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:

• -70,00080,000 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.

Interested?

Contact Sammy Lindsay at Henderson Brown.

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