Tractor Driver

Tractor Driver

Basildon Borough Council

Permanent, Full Time

£27,553 to £30,269 per annum

Location: Basildon

Closing Date:26/06/2026

Essex Shared Services is pleased to be advertising the role of Tractor Driver on behalf of Basildon Council

Basildon Borough Council is embarking on an ambitious transformation journey, driven by our Corporate Plan and the belief that every resident deserves to live in a safe, thriving, and high‑quality environment. Our focus remains firmly on strengthening communities, creating opportunities, and delivering high‑quality public services.

Basildon Council is currently preparing for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), which will change how councils operate across the area in the coming years. While this transition is underway, the Council continues to deliver essential services and remains committed to recruiting talented people who can help shape the future of local government.

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Experienced Tractor Driver to carry out various operational tasks across our Parks, Highways, Housing Estates and Landscape areas. Covering the complete area of the Basildon Borough as part of the Neighbourhood services team.

About what/ who we are looking for

• You will need at least 5 years proven experience of operating all size tractors from mini compact tractors to 100 hp large agricultural type.
• Experience of Operating Side arm Flails, rear trailed ganged mowers, Sports Turf machinery, Slitters, Overseeders, Verti Drain, rollers, harrows, Cultivators, Front loaders with bucket/pallet forks. Plus experience with towing trailers and heavy loads. Farm work tractor driver experience is equivalent.
• You will also operate Ride on grass cutting mowers and manual machinery including Hedge Trimmers, pedestrian mowers, strimmers, blowers etc.
• You will also assist in other manual tasks such as Tree and shrub planting and general gardening tasks plus litter picking and loading heavy items.
• Working in all weather conditions is essential.
• Health And Safety compliance is a priority at all times.

Please visit the Basildon Council job site to view the Person Specification.

If you would like to be part of Basildon’s success, please attach and submit your CV and covering letter detailing how you demonstrate the requirements of the role. 

We look forward to receiving your application.

Please note:

Basildon Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults, and expects all employees, contractors and volunteers to share its’ commitment, while implementing a range of policies to prevent abuse, harm or exploitation across all departments.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer.  As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive recruitment, encouraging applications from disabled people and we will guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. We value the diversity of our community and aim to have a workforce that reflects this. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures and identities, and are particularly keen to hear from underrepresented groups. 

We are proud holders of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award, demonstrating our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community and aligning with the values of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks and clearance.

Please note, if you do not have access to a desktop to apply- computers are available in the Job Centre, Library or our own Customer Service Centre.

Applicants with a hearing or speech impairment can contact us using the Text Relay Service. Dial 18001 followed by the full telephone number as above. Calls are charged at your telecommunications provider's standard rate.

If you have any queries regarding this or any of our roles, please contact Human Resources 01268 208242 or human.resources@basildon.gov.uk.

Essex Shared Services are advertising this role for Basildon Council please APPLY HERE via the Basildon Council’s website and not via the Apply button on this website.