Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative
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Position Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative
Location Located between Yeovil and Dorchester
The Role
Ilchester Estates is a large Dorset estate where the farming side of the business is managed by [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]. The enterprise covers 3,300 ha in hand, supporting a 750 kW biogas plant, 1,800 dairy cows, 1,300 youngstock and 5,000 sheep.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Farm Maintenance Operative to join our team.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide weekend and holiday cover for the day-to-day operation of the biogas plant (feeding, daily equipment checks, performance monitoring, etc.)
- Assist with biogas plant maintenance
- Possible haulage of feedstocks
- Provide on-call cover for the Biogas Manager on an agreed rota
- Carry out maintenance of farm equipment across the wider estate
Skills & Experience Required
- Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical skills
- Welding and fabrication experience
- General farm and equipment maintenance skills
- A consistent, practical approach to problem solving
- Strong health, safety and environmental awareness
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Previous AD / biogas experience desirable but not essential
What We Offer
- A full-time or part-time position for the right candidate
- Opportunity to work within a diverse and progressive farming business
- Competitive remuneration based on experience
How to Apply
Please send your CV to [contact hidden] or click “Apply Now” below.
Accommodation: Available
Address: The Estate office
Melbury Sampford
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0LF