Tractor Driver
Location: Winchester and surrounding districts
Hourly Rate: £#removed# per hour dependant on experience
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time.
Working Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00-15:30, Friday 7:00-14:30
About the role
We are looking for a skilled & enthusiastic Tractor Driver with GM experience to work across Winchester and surrounding areas to carry out important work across various high-value projects. You will need to have experience and be confident and qualified to drive agricultural vehicles.
You will be responsible for hedge cutting, grass cutting and verge cutting on main roads and across the region to maintain outdoor spaces. You will be supporting the delivery of local authority, commercial, and sports turf maintenance in line with contract specifications, health & safety requirements, and idverde quality standards.
Essential requirements
Previous experience operating tractors and implements
Experience in grounds maintenance or agriculture
Ability to work independently
Good understanding of health & safety requirements
Full UK driving licence
Good communication skills
Flexible approach to seasonal workload
Desirable requirements
NPTC / Lantra Tractor qualification
PA1 & PA6 Spraying certificates
Experience on local authority contracts
Sports turf maintenance experience
Towing licence (B+E)
Street works / highways experience
Basic mechanical knowledge
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Full Workwear & PPE provided.
- Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Secure your future - resources to manage your finances
- Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.