Farm Irrigation Operative

Vitacress Salads Mullens Farm, Manningford, Pewsey, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Posted Friday 16 January 2026 at 01:00

Location: Mullens Farm, Wiltshire
Department: UK Leaf Farming
Reporting to: Farm Manager and Farm Foreman
Company: Vitacress Salads Ltd

We are looking for an Irrigation Operative to join our UK Leaf Farming team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring crops receive accurate and timely irrigation, supporting strong and healthy plant growth throughout the season.

• Execute scheduled irrigation procedures with accuracy, ensuring crops receive the correct water volume at the right time.
• Maintain accurate daily irrigation records.
• Carry out proactive maintenance and essential repairs on irrigation equipment, including pipelines, hose reels and booms, reporting issues to your line manager.
• Provide operational support during low irrigation demand, including tasks such as mowing, strimming, planting, harvesting, weeding and netting.
• Drive large tractors on public roads safely and competently.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Undertake any additional duties as required by your manager.

• Farm-based role, working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physically demanding work, including walking long distances on uneven ground and handling irrigation equipment.
• Seasonal and weather-dependent working patterns requiring flexibility.
• During peak periods (e.g., heatwaves), the role may involve early mornings, late evenings and weekend work.

Experience &

Skills:

• Full driving licence.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks.
• Reasonable level of spoken English for Health & Safety communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.