Farm Operative

Vitacress Limited; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK salad supplier is looking for a dedicated Tractor Trailer Driver at their Kent Farms. This role is crucial for transporting salad crops efficiently and supports various farm operations. Candidates should possess a full driving license with tractor driving experience and be physically fit for demanding outdoor tasks. The ideal individual will be a team player with a strong work ethic, dedicated to maintaining a safe and tidy environment on the farm. Immediate applications are welcome to join our vibrant team.

Qualifications

• Experience driving tractors with trailers is essential.
• Must be physically fit for outdoor manual tasks.
• Good spoken English is necessary for safety communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor and trailer during harvesting.
• Hand weed crops and apply protective nets.
• Perform daily checks on tractors for maintenance.
• Assist in processing and stacking harvested crops.
• Maintain a tidy farm environment.

Skills

Full driving licence (including tractor driving)

Experience in tractor driving and pulling trailers

Physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks

Good level of spoken English

Ability to work well in a team

Job description

Vitacress Salads Kent Farm, Abbey Farm, Bedlam Court Lane, Ramsgate, Kent, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Thursday 15 January 2026 at 01:00

Location: Kent Farms

Reporting to: Harvest Supervisor

Company: Vitacress Salads Ltd

Pay:£12.33 per hour

The Role

We are looking for a Tractor Trailer Driver to join our UK Leaf Farming team. This role is vital in hauling salad crops from field to farmyard and supporting other farm operations essential for crop production.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive tractor and trailer during harvesting operations.
• Hand weed crops prior to harvesting.
• Apply nets and fleeces as required based on weather conditions.
• Perform daily checks on tractors and report any maintenance needs to the Harvest Supervisor or Farm Foreman.
• Assist with processing harvested crops, including stacking and wrapping crates for vacuum cooling.
• Carry out general manual duties to maintain a tidy farm environment.
• Undertake any other tasks as required by your line manager.

Working Conditions

• Farm-based role, working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physically demanding tasks requiring strength and stamina.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Skills:

• Full driving licence (including tractor driving).
• Experience in tractor driving and pulling trailers.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks.
• Good level of spoken English for Health & Safety communication.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Personal Attributes:

• Hardworking and motivated.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Safety-conscious and proactive.

Interested?

Apply now to join a team that values hard work, safety, and collaboration.

Vitacress Salads , based in leafy St Mary Bourne, Andover is one of the principal salad and watercress suppliers in the UK. With our own salad leaf farms, we take immense pride in delivering a field to fork operation. We grow, wash, pack and distribute salad and watercress for retailer own brands and our own brand Steve’s Leaves. We take pleasure in ensuring the best possible standard and we will empower you to do the same. From the way we grow our products, to the relationships we maintain with customers, everyone knows exactly what is going on. We are authentic and grounded. At the centre of everything is a trust that you can feel every day at work. From the salads that are grown on site; to the investment in facilities and the growth of the business; to growing and nurturing out talented employees, growing is truly at the heart of what we do. Join us and become a trusted partner in our business.

Vitacress Salads Kent Farm, Abbey Farm, Bedlam Court Lane, Ramsgate, Kent, United Kingdom