JOB DETAILS

Site Operative

CompanyFrontier Agriculture
LocationNewmachar
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 1, 2026
About The Company
Since 2005, Frontier Agriculture has been at the forefront of UK agriculture delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its farmer and grain customers. Frontier’s purpose is “creating a better future for agriculture”, driving positive change in the sector with an ambition to be the market leader in sustainable agriculture. Company values of integrity, customer first and expertise shape all of Frontier’s actions and its sustainability framework, the Responsible Choice, drives the business’ long-term commitments across five key areas: people, planet, production, partnership and prosperity. Formed as a joint venture between Associated British Foods and Cargill plc, Frontier’s position in the UK agricultural industry is unique, providing a holistic range of products and services to drive growth and resilience across the sector while working closely with its customers and partners to build thriving and rewarding supply chains. Learn more at https://www.frontierag.co.uk/
About the Role

Job Description

We are looking for a Site Operative to join the Frontier team, based at Newmachar, on a permanent, full-time basis.

You will be carrying out day-to-day activities of the site; to assist in the delivery of high standards of safety, quality and operations whilst being a part of a team that operates with integrity and accountability while delivering a high standard of customer service. 

The Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase up to 5 more days (subject to meeting eligibility requirements)
  • Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career
  • Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total)
  • Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees
  • Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7%
  • Up to two days paid volunteer leave per year (only applicable to permanent employees)
  • The opportunity to join our employee network groups including LGBTQ+, Menopause wellbeing, Neurodiversity and Women’s network groups.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchers

About You

  • Good communicator with the ability to consult with all team members and site management team
  • Able to work under pressure and to deadlines whilst maintaining Frontier’s ICE values
  • Adapts quickly and successfully to accommodate changing business and customer needs, whilst providing a responsive customer focussed service
  • Works to accommodate the seasonal nature of Frontier’s business
  • Adopts a customer first mindset while ensuring that compliance is maintained at all times that where relevant all internal procedures are adhered to at all times
  • The ability to work collaboratively with others and to work independently at times without supervision
  • Workshop/Mechanical skills (desirable but not essential)
  • Loading shovel license (desirable but not essential)
  • Tele-handler / FLT license (desirable but not essential)
  • Previous experience in a similar business is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided for the right candidate
  • Training will be provided for the right candidate

Your Role

As a Site Operative your role will involve:

  • Assisting Site Management with all aspects of Grain Storage Operations
  • Assisting Site Management to comply with Health, Safety and Quality procedures including keeping records to ensure compliance
  • Working to customer requirements regarding drying, cleaning and storage operations in order to produce desired levels of quality and service
  • Ensuring general housekeeping and hygiene of the site is maintained
  • Ensuring the stores, plant and equipment are maintained to a high standard
  • Assisting within the grain testing lab/weighbridge

Additional Information

About Us

Frontier is a successful and growing business. We are the largest crop production and grain marketing company in the UK, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover of more than £1.5 billion. With a vision to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, we are committed to delivering a culture where people are at the heart of our success.

Our business approach is underpinned by our core values – Integrity, Customer First and Expertise – or ‘ICE’. These values support our whole philosophy and way of working and we are always looking to attract talented individuals with either industry knowledge or specialist skills that will help us deliver consistently to these values.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity encouraging fairness and equality of treatment for all. As such we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to the business goals.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment with inclusive employment policies, such as progressive flexible working and parental policies.

Key Skills
CommunicationCustomer serviceHealth and safety complianceGrain storage operationsHousekeepingEquipment maintenanceGrain testingWeighbridge operationMechanical skillsLoading shovel operationTele-handler operationFLT operationIntegrityAccountabilityTeamwork
Categories
AgricultureManufacturingLogisticsTradesCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
25 days holidayLearning and development supportEmployee assistance programIncreased maternity, paternity and adoption leaveLife assurancePension planVolunteer leaveEmployee network groupsCycle to work schemeEmployee retail discount schemeFree eye test vouchers
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Site Operative will assist with grain storage operations, including drying, cleaning, and maintaining site hygiene and equipment. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality procedures while providing excellent customer service.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
685
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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