Crop Manager
Kent
£DoE + Car + Package
Wanted the autonomy to thrive in a growing business?
Want to work for a business with a great reputation?
This is your opportunity. The one where you can work for a business that is continually developing, investing and has no plans to stand still.
Tell Me More:
You'll join a dynamic team working with a well-respected and innovative grower in Kent. With 85 hectares of prime farmland, they supply top-tier UK retailers like Sainsbury's, Waitrose, and M&S.
This is a business that values progression, invests in its people, and offers exciting career opportunities.
What You'll Be Doing:
Due to business growth, this business is looking for a Crop Manager to oversee their fresh produce growing operation.
You'll manage planting schedules, propagation, and crop agronomy for leafy salads and herbs.
Lead and motivate a team of up to 10 full-time workers to ensure efficient planting, harvesting, and quality control.
Work closely with the Farm Manager to achieve production targets while innovating for sustainability and efficiency.
About You:
You're a hands-on grower with a passion for crop management and team leadership.
Experience with leafy salads, herbs, or similar crops is essential, with wholehead lettuce experience being highly desirable.
Strong people skills to motivate and manage teams effectively.
You'll ideally have your BASIS certification, but practical experience and knowledge speak volumes.
What's Next:
For an informal chat about the position, please call Kieran on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or drop a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date - just send what you have, and we'll sort the rest later.
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