Job Profile

Agricultural Contractor

Job Description

As an agricultural contractor, you will provide farmers with services in the areas they require assistance. Eg. crop spraying, fencing, applying fertiliser, harvesting and tending to animals.

Job Requirements

Can be self-employed or work for an agency. Ideally specialising in one area of farming or have several areas of expertise.
Required to have good practical skills for servicing the farms & good technical skills for operating machinery.
Keep up-to-date with the latest machinery and farming techniques with focus on the areas of farming you specialise in. This will help with securing more business.

Essential Personal Skills

Communication Skills
Teamworking
Problem-solving
Interpersonal Skills
Hardworking
Time Management
Attention to Detail

University Degree Needed?

No

Experience Level

Associate

Salary

£16,000-£35,000

Industry

Environment

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