Plant Operators (Gladsmuir)
Closing date
01 Jul 2026
Contract type
Temporary - Harvest 2026
Location
Gladsmuir Grain Store, Tranent
Hours
Hours required are variable (typically 8am-4.30pm Monday-Friday during harvest preparation / training but moving to 12 hour shifts at the busiest times. Night shift may be required)
Plant Operators:
- Shed cleaning and preparation.
- Operation of grain dryers, and monitoring of drying process.
- Movement of grain around site using shunters and wheeled loading shovels.
- Assisting in all general site maintenance tasks.
Key requirements:
- Flexibility with working hours.
- Reliable and self-motivated.
- Good team player.
- Strong communication skills.
- Be able to work without supervision.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Retention Bonus.
- Experience of working for a Certified B Corporation accredited company.
- Guaranteed full time work in the harvest period.
- You would gain some valuable experience of a busy working environment with involvement in risk assessments and standard operating procedures.
- On-site parking.
This is an ideal opportunity for anyone studying agriculture, or interested in a career in agriculture, to work for the UK’s leading independent maltster.
Simpsons Malt operates a Substance Misuse Policy and testing will be undertaken upon commencement of employment, with random testing thereafter.
To apply, please complete this application form.
Applications are encouraged from local candidates.
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