Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon neutral, high technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.
We are seeking an Estate Worker on a fixed term contract to start from July through to October.
Requirements
- Ensure the estate is maintained and presented to an excellent standard.
- Demonstrate a proactive attitude and commitment to health and safety.
- Responsible for grass cutting, strimming, maintenance and upkeep of fences, hedges and paths.
- Weed control on hardstanding areas, yards, tracks and paths by the appropriate spraying of pesticides in accordance with COSHH assessments. Responsible for the keeping up to date records of pesticides/fertilisers used and locations applied.
- Clear up fallen trees/tree limbs across the estate as required.
- Ensure public rights of way across the estate are kept clear, safe, accessible, and not overgrown for public use.
- Assist with ground clearance/tidying up on larger projects across the estate.
- To assist with changeover days for the holiday cottages
- To support the Farm and Property teams in relevant tasks and carry out any other reasonable work as and when necessary.
- Estimating materials and supplies and keeping stocks for the tasks outlined above.
- Maintenance of estate and hired equipment, records to be kept and schedules adhered to.
Person Specification
- Experience of operating modern machinery.
- Proactive and flexible approach to work
- Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks.
- Ability to work autonomously when required, alongside effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and produce a high quality of work.
- Full driving licence as travel across the counties will be required.
Benefits
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rota)
- Life assurance;
- Pension scheme;
- Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn);
- Cycle to work scheme;
- Free annual flu jab;
- Free eye test;
- Employee Assistant Programme;
- Access to product discounts;
- Organised social events;
- Free parking.
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At Dyson Farming we’re driven by innovative farming and great ideas. For us, it’s all about building a diverse business with strong long-term goals. Everyone is familiar with Sir James Dyson. He’s celebrated for approaching things from new angles and coming up with innovative, progressive technology. But what few people know is that he has an inherent passion for farming. Born and raised in rural Norfolk, Sir James spent his formative years discovering and working with his local farming community. As a rapidly growing business, we recognise the contribution of each and every member of our team in the successful operation of all our activities. We pride ourselves on being a local employer of choice, and it’s no exaggeration to say that our employees are like family to us. We recognise and appreciate the effort made by every single member of staff.
Key team members
Philip Wynn OBE
Simon Wesley
Ofure Obomighie ACMA, CGMA, AAT
Chris Hodgetts
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