At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate forklifts, sow seeds, and support crop growth in a vibrant environment.
- Company: Join Vitacress, a leading fresh produce business with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Earn £13.81 per hour, enjoy structured training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working hands-on with plants and crops every day.
- Qualifications: Current forklift license, reliability, and a willingness to learn new skills.
The predicted salary is between 13.81 - 13.81 £ per hour.
Location: Vitacress Herbs, Runcton near Chichester
Hours: 07:00 – 15:00, Thursday to Monday
Salary: £13.81 per hour, paid monthly
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Join the Vitacress Growing Team! Are you looking for a hands‑on role where you can work with plants, learn new skills, and be part of a team that produces high-quality fresh herbs and salads for customers across the UK? We are looking for a Growing Operative Forklift Trained to join our team in Runcton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, takes pride in their work, and has a keen eye for detail.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carry out all tasks required for a forklift trained driver across our glasshouses
- Sowing seeds and supporting crop growth
- Spacing crops to the required standards
- Monitoring and reporting pest, disease, and crop issues
- Weeding and maintaining growing areas and potting and plugging young plants
- Operating machinery safely and efficiently
- Moving benches throughout the growing process
- Maintaining high standards of hygiene, quality, and food safety
- Recording basic information using company systems
- Supporting continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives
- Working safely and following Health & Safety procedures at all times
- Carrying out tasks to support with wider Growing Team
What We're Looking For
- Reliable and hardworking
- A great team player and able to work independently when required
- Hold a current forklift driving license or certification
- Adaptable and willing to learn new skills
- Detail‑oriented and quality‑focused
- Comfortable working in a practical, hands‑on environment
Desirable Experience
- Horticulture or growing experience
- Pest and disease recognition
- Food Safety awareness
- Health & Safety knowledge
- Manual handling experience
If you don't tick every box — training and development will be provided.
Working Environment
- Working with plants and crops
- Long periods of standing and walking
- Working in variable temperatures
- Wearing appropriate PPE
- Working as part of a supportive team
Why Join Vitacress
- Full‑time permanent position
- Structured training and development
- Opportunity to gain new skills
- Supportive team environment
- Work for a leading fresh produce business
- Career progression opportunities within a growing company
At Vitacress, many of our employees develop their careers and progress into more senior roles across the business. Ready to Grow Your Career? If you're looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and where you can make a real contribution, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Vitacress team in Runcton!
About Vitacress Herbs: Based just outside historic Chichester, West Sussex, Vitacress Herbs is a primary supplier of herb and horticulture products in the UK. With a 23‑acre site covered in specialist glasshouses, we take pride in providing fresh, high‑quality products for home cooking and gardens. We value both our employees and customers, and we aim to create a supportive and growth‑oriented environment.
