We're looking for an experienced Farm Manager to take responsibility for a commercial vegetable-growing operation within an established fresh produce business.
This is a hands-on management role, reporting directly to the Farm Director, with responsibility for planning, cultivation, planting and managing the day-to-day growing operation.
You'll oversee a range of vegetable crops, including potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower, across both organic and conventional production.
The Role:
- Manage the day-to-day farming and growing operation.
- Plan planting programmes and manage crop rotations.
- Oversee land preparation, soil cultivation and planting.
- Ensure crops are planted at the right time and to the right standard.
- Monitor crop development, soil conditions, weeds, pests and diseases.
- Manage organic and conventional growing requirements.
- Lead two direct reports and an eight-person planting team.
- Manage labour, machinery, resources and farming costs.
- Monitor crop performance and identify ways to improve productivity.
- Work closely with the Farm Director, agronomists and wider business.
What We're Looking For:
- Previous experience in commercial vegetable production or farming management.
- Strong knowledge of cultivation, land preparation and planting.
- Experience with vegetable crops such as potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower or salads.
- Understanding of crop rotations and soil management.
- Experience managing teams and organising farming operations.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to manage resources effectively.
- Experience with organic production would be advantageous.
The Package:
- £70,000-£80,000 salary, with flexibility for the right person.
- Discretionary bonus.
- Monday-Friday working pattern, with flexibility required during busy periods.
- Relocation considered, with on-site accommodation available.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced vegetable-growing professional to take ownership of a farming operation and play an important role within an established and growing business.
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