Equine and Estate Technician

We are seeking to recruit an ambitious, motivated and conscientious technician to join the College's Farm and Estate team. This is a great opportunity for an individual to join a progressive team applying modern practices and techniques across the Estates operations and become the lead for the development and maintenance of the College’s expanding equine grazing and exercise facilities. The successful individual will have the opportunity to significantly shape their role and the enterprises that they are involved with, with the support of the Head of Easton Estate. So, if you take pride in achieving high standards, can innovate and what to showcase your skills across our developing Estate and equine facilities, then this could be the role for you.

About the Role: • Carry out a wide range of seasonal estate tasks, including mowing, strimming, hedge cutting/laying, irrigation and repair work. • Lead the practical development and maintenance of our Equine grazing and outdoor exercise facilities including paddocks, track systems, cross country course and hacking routes across the Estate. • Operate and maintain tractors, mowers and other machinery safely and effectively. • Work with other Estate technicians in the operation of the college Estate including crop production and livestock enterprises. • You will also provide practical learning opportunities for students, including the demonstration of skills to small groups.

We are looking for the following key qualities:

• A passion for practical outdoor work and pride in achieving high standards. • The ability to work well in a team but also independently using your own initiative. • A solid, practical knowledge of Estate skills such as fencing and water management with operational experience of modern farm machinery. (Essential) • A full UK driving licence. (Essential) • High expectations for safety, cleanliness and presentation.

For any further information about this role or the application process please contact James Price, via email James.Price@ccn.ac.uk

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package including a great pension scheme, access to health services, corporate discounts and generous holiday. • Supportive and collaborative working environment. • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.