Tractor Driver
Tractor drivers operate farm machinery to plough fields, plant seeds, and spray and harvest crops.
Day-to-day tasks
In this role you could:
- discuss work with the farm manager
- plough fields, sow seeds and harvest crops
- spray crops with fertilisers and pesticides
- use tractor attachments to cut hedges and make hay bales
- maintain equipment and carry out basic repairs
Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
- the ability to work on your own
- to be thorough and pay attention to detail
- physical skills like movement, coordination and dexterity
- knowledge of food production methods
- concentration skills
- analytical thinking skills
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
- to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
Industry Qualifications
There is no set route to become a tractor driver so you could apply directly.
It might be useful if you have some experience in farming and a knowledge of basic mechanics.
Agricultural tractors require a category F licence to drive on the public road