Farm technician

Easton College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive family farm in the United Kingdom is looking for a team-oriented individual to integrate drone technology into farming. The role involves maintaining drone equipment and managing related online platforms. Training will be provided for necessary skills. Applicants should have good computer skills and an interest in drone technology. Flexibility in hours is required during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as a team and assist in management decisions.
• Good computer skills with an interest in drone technology.
• Willingness to receive training for maintaining and repairing drones.

Responsibilities

• Integrate drone technology into farming practices.
• Maintain CAA records and manage drone-related website and social media.
• Work five days a week with some weekend and evening requirements during harvest.

Skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

Interest in drone technology

Tools

DJI Agras drones

Drone website management

Social media platforms

Job description

An exciting opportunity to work on a progressive family farm and integrate drone technology
Applicant would need an ability to work as a team and help with management decisions, working alone and alongside owner
Modern equipment, controlled traffic farming, integrating use of drones as well as other experimental projects
Applicants would need good computer skills and an interest in drone technology. Necessary training would be given to achieve skills to maintain and repair DJI Agras drones. The job involves maintaining CAA records as well as managing and updating drone website and social media platforms.
Hours of work 5 days a week except for harvest and autumn sowings when some weekend and evening work is required