Small Machinery Operator/Tractor Driver

£10,464 per annum
We are seeking a small machinery operator/tractor driver to contribute to the island's prosperity by
assisting the Forestry Section with dependable and effective small machinery, herbicide, and tree surgery
application services. In instances where the Small Machinery Operator's tasks are not needed, the
individual will offer safe tractor driving and operational services to ensure that all necessary forestry
operations are conducted safely and efficiently.
Contact us for more information and a discussion.
Enquiries: Myra Young
Telephone: 22470
Closing Date: 21/10/2026
Shortlisting Date: 26/10/2026
Interview Date: 05/11/2026

Benefits

→ Leave – 30 days leave per annum, plus public holidays
→ Pension – 15% pension contribution by SHG into approved defined contribution pension scheme
→ Training and Development
→ Paid sickness

How to apply

To access job profiles and application forms online, visit www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/vacancies Alternatively, these are available in paper format from Central Human Resources and Organisational Development at The Castle, Jamestown. For further information, please contact the recruitment team on telephone number 22470 or via the email address below. Applications should be
submitted through the Director/Line Manager (where applicable) to the Human Resources Officer by email recruitment@sainthelena.gov.sh or paper copies delivered to the Human Resources Officer by the closing date. To be considered for our vacancies, you must complete our application form. Please do not submit your CV.

Disclaimer

The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact us at recruitment@sainthelena.gov.sh to discuss how we can support you. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community, regardless of age, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief and will consider all applications on the basis of merit assessed against the role profile and person specification. All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, which include a medical check, vetting / DBS clearance and references. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on or with the application independently verified. Benefits are subject to change and may vary according to role.