Harvester jobs in Exeter

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced operator to join the Farm team to help harvest the apples and manage the orchards in this full-time role starting in August, in time for the apple harvest.

About the farm business

Located in a beautiful part of Somerset, near Shepton Mallet, Orchard Park Farm comprises of over 200 Ha of cider apple orchards under management, and has a juice-processing cidery, pressing and making approximately 1.2 million litres of base cider per year. It is a growing rural business and hosts public facing events throughout the year.

We strive to create a friendly and inclusive culture within the workplace, investing in LANTRA training, excellent Health & Safety standards, and ensuring our people are a priority.

Responsibilities of the role:

· Operating the apple harvester

· Driving John Deere tractors, JCB slew, telehandler and ATV.

· Operating apple shakers and blowers.

· General orchard care: Pruning, tree planting, mowing.

· Helping with events and other activities

· General farm duties

Applicants need to be:

· Passionate about the outdoors

· Enthusiastic and self-motivated

· Willing to learn

· Able to work alone as well as in a team

· Committed to good time-keeping

· Reliable with a positive can-do attitude.

· Have an aptitude for machinery maintenance

Candidate Requirements

· Experienced in tractor driving is essential and ideally self-propelled harvesters.

· Forklift, telehandler, ATV, chainsaw and spraying certificates desirable, but training can be provided.

· Full UK Driving Licence 

· Minimum age 18 years.

· Applicants must be able to show evidence of the right to work in the UK.

What we offer

· Pay: £25,300 - £30,000 p.a. depending on age and experience.

· Opportunity to earn paid overtime.

· 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

· Company pension

· Opportunities to learn new skills

· Be part of a small and friendly team of up to 8 employees at peak season (Sep-Nov)

· Free on-site parking

· Assistance with finding accommodation, if needed.

Work Location: In person at Orchard Park Farm, BA4 6SF

Working Hours: 45 hrs/week. Monday-Friday (07:30 – 17:00), with some weekends and extra hours during busy season (Sep – Dec).

To apply

Send CV and a covering letter to neil@orchardparkfarms.com

For further information call Neil on 07831 483392

Application deadline: 12 June 2026

Interviews: 18 – 28 June 2026

Start date no later than 17 August 2026

Pay: £25,300.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person