You can get into this job through:
Entry requirements:
You could do a college course to get some of the skills you need to become a tractor driver.
You could do a level 2 award in tractor driving and related occupations or in safe working in agriculture and production horticulture.
Entry requirements:
You could do a general farm worker intermediate apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship usually takes 18 months to complete.
Entry requirements:
There is no set route to become a tractor driver so you could apply directly.
It might be useful if you have some experience in farming and a knowledge of basic mechanics.
Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
Skills:Tractor drivers operate farm machinery to plough fields, plant seeds, and spray and harvest crops.
In this role you could:
Location : You could work on a farm.
Environment : Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers, cramped, noisy, physically demanding and dusty.
Uniform : You may need to wear safety clothing and use safety equipment.
With experience you could: