At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to produce high-quality strawberry crops from planting to harvest.
- Company: Join a market-leading soft fruit business known for innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent role, and leadership opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a commitment to employee development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainable agriculture while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in soft fruit growing and strong people management skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 65000 £ per year.
The successful candidate will take ownership of crop production, leading a growing team to deliver high-quality, high-yielding strawberry crops that meet leading supermarket standards.
Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the full growing cycle from plant delivery through to harvest
- Managing crop plans
- Developing team performance
- Implementing biological crop protection programmes
- Ensuring compliance with company and statutory requirements
Company: A market leading soft fruit business with a strong reputation for innovation and quality. This progressive horticultural company is known for its high standards, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to developing its people and operations.
Candidate requirements:
- Proven experience in protected soft fruit growing, with strong operational and commercial focus
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple production areas
- Experienced leader with excellent communication and people management skills
- Capable of building positive, productive cross-departmental relationships
- FACTS and BASIS certifications - PA1, PA2, PA6a, and PA6b
Package: Salary £55,000 - £36,000 DOE. Permanent, full-time role with leadership responsibilities. Opportunity to join a highly respected and innovative horticultural business.
Application: Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk.
For recruitment inquiries, contact our team on 01905 345 155 or international number: 0044 1905 345 155.
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