Trainee Farm Manager

Trainee Farm Manager – Arable & Root Crop Production

Location: Herefordshire

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship – the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK.

Are you experienced in potato and arable crop production and looking to take the next step into farm management?

Do you enjoy leading by example, taking responsibility, and supporting operational decisions?

Are you motivated to grow your career within a forward-thinking agricultural business?

Salary & Benefits Package

• Competitive, DOE
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to influence crop diversification and future business strategy
• Professional development supported

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and managing arable and potato cropping from establishment to harvest
• Support technical development, particularly within root crop and vegetable production
• Contribute to developing crop rotations, nutrition, irrigation, and cultivation programmes
• Monitor plant health, pests, and disease, implementing preventative strategies
• Lead, supervise, and train permanent and seasonal team members
• Help plan workloads and maintain a safe, positive working culture
• Assist with machinery and equipment maintenance and performance
• Support budgeting, cost control, and purchasing
• Provide timely crop reports, yield assessments, and operational KPIs
• Ensure H&S compliance, risk assessments, and accurate records
• Promote sustainable practices including soil health and water stewardship

Ideal Candidate Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial arable and/or potato/root crop production (essential)
• Motivated to progress into management or trainee management
• Strong leadership potential with an organised, proactive approach
• Competent with modern machinery and precision farming technologies
• Commercially aware with sound decision-making ability
• A strong communicator who can build trust and support teamwork
• Relevant agricultural qualifications preferred (not essential)
• Passion for sustainable farming and new crop development

Working Hours

• Full-time. Peak periods may require extended hours and weekend availability.

How To Apply

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As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.