Harvester jobs in Exeter EX4

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