Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 7 May 2026

LOCATION

Dorchester

TYPE

Full-time

LEVEL

Mid-Senior level

SKILLS

Mechanical Maintenance Electrical Skills Welding & Fabrication Farm Equipment Maintenance Problem Solving Health & Safety Awareness UK Driving Licence Biogas Plant Operation

FULL DESCRIPTION

Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative

Location: Located between Yeovil and Dorchester | Employer: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (managing Ilchester Estates) | Type: Full or Part Time Considered

The Role

Ilchester Estates is a large Dorset estate where the farming side of the business is managed by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. 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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or click “Apply Now” below.

Accommodation: Available
Address: The Estate office, Melbury Sampford, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 0LF