Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative

Position Farm/ Biogas Maintenance Operative Location Located between Yeovil and Dorchester No. Required 1 Period Full or Part Time Considered

The Role

Ilchester Estates is a large Dorset estate where the farming side of the business is managed by Velcourt. 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.

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 or click “Apply Now” below.

Accommodation: Available

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

For More Information

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