Tractor and Machinery Trainee

Cezanne HR; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Milton Keynes is looking for a Tractor and Machinery Trainee to help maintain parks and green spaces. This role includes an 18-month training program to gain hands-on experience and recognized qualifications in machinery and landscaping. Candidates should have a full driving license and an interest in machinery. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and values equality of opportunity in recruitment.

Benefits

Ongoing support and training

Contributory pension scheme

Income protection and life assurance

Discounted gym membership

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Experience of driving tractors or similar large commercial vehicles.
• Experience of working outdoors, ideally in landscaping or farming.

Responsibilities

• Undertake an 18-month training program.
• Maintain the green estate to a high standard.
• Support soft and hard works teams effectively.

Skills

Full driving licence

Interest in machinery

Ability to communicate effectively

Being organized

Initiative and quick learning

Team player

Job description

Company Description

Established as an independent charity in 1992, The Parks Trust expertly cares for over 6,000 acres of green space in Milton Keynes including parks, ancient woodlands, lakes, river valleys and 80 miles of landscaped areas along the city’s grid roads.

In most towns and cities, parkland is owned by the local authority, but Milton Keynes’ founders created a charity separate from local government to protect parkland and landscapes forever. The Parks Trust was set up in 1992 with a 999-year lease on 4,500 acres and an endowment of property valued at £20m. Returns on investments fund the charity’s work today and in the future.

Over 100 staff and 240 volunteers deliver the essential work of The Parks Trust, including landscaping and maintenance, recreation and leisure facilities, and more than 500 outdoor events each year. The charity also promotes wildlife, biodiversity and the environment through public education.

As Milton Keynes grows, the charity takes on new green spaces and endowments from developers to cover costs in perpetuity, ensuring new areas benefit from high-quality, connected landscapes.

Position

Apply for our Tractor and Machinery Trainee role to help maintain Milton Keynes’ parks and green spaces to a high standard.

Hours & Salary Info

Hours

• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 07.30am to 16.00pm, Fridays 7.30am to 1pm
• Out of hours work may be required in an emergency | Ad-hoc evenings to assist with the haylage operation during the summer period may be required
• £25,610.00 per annum

Key Objectives

• Undertake an 18 month training program based on industry recognised formal qualifications and on‑the‑job experience across tractors, agricultural, landscaping and forestry equipment.
• Ensure the green estate is maintained and presented to a high standard.
• Carry out tractor and machinery operations on the green estate under the supervision of the Tractor and Machinery Supervisor to a high standard, ensuring efficiency and health and safety as a priority.
• Support both soft and hard works teams to achieve high levels of efficiency and effectiveness, with all duties carried out safely.
• Supporting the team (or CEO or Line Manager) in promoting the values and culture of the organisation.

Full job description attached.

Requirements

• Full driving licence is required
• An interest in machinery and how it works
• A willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, other Trust staff, public and third parties
• Be well organized to ensure issues are rectified efficiently
• Ability to apply initiative, follow instructions, and be a fast learner and a good team player
• Be prepared and motivated to take on further training that will enhance skills and experience
• Candidates must be 18 years or older
• Experience of driving tractors or similar large commercial vehicles
• Experience of working outdoors, ideally in landscaping, forestry, farming or similar
• A basic grasp of mechanics or experience of working with machines

Other information

In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Ongoing support and training
• Excellent contributory pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Income protection and life assurance cover after qualifying period
• Enhanced family friendly policies after qualifying period
• Home Working policy
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes for tech & electric cars
• Generous annual leave allowance plus a wellbeing day off each year
• Buying and Selling option for annual leave
• Medical Cash Plan
• Access to employee wellbeing helpline
• Discount for Willen Lake activities and café
• Free eye tests
• Great office in a parkland setting with free parking

Application process

Please apply online using the link through our website using Cezanne.

Closing Date: 18th February 2026

1st Interview Date: 2nd March (Teams Meeting)

2nd Interview Date: 10th March (in person)

The Parks Trust is committed to safeguarding and will recruit in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, Charity Commission guidance and best practice standards.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff; applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

If you need additional support with your application or would like further information, please contact [e-mail].

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