Farm Manager │Staffordshire │£ Competitive

Do you want the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, fresh produce farm near Staffordshire? We are delighted to be working on a Farm Manager role with a successful root veg and arable farm.

The Business

Our client is a Family farm that farms in Staffordshire and they grow root veg and some cereals across 1000 acres. The family owned business, has now been farming for six generations and is growing and developing. Due to a promotion within the team they're now looking for a Farm Manager.

The Role

You will primarily be responsible for the root vegetable farming operation within the business. Establishment, growing, irrigation and harvesting will all fall into your remit. You will be managing the day to day operation on the root vegetable side of the farm, ensuring all employees are working efficiently to produce the highest quality yields. You will be involved in and support all aspects of the farming operation. You will manage a team of 10-15 employees and direct report in the Farm Director.

You

You will have a higher level qualification in agriculture and have had leadership experience working with fresh produce. You will be looking to take a step up and build a long-standing career in Farm Management. You will demonstrate aptitude in farming systems and be confident in all aspects of sustainable crop production. You will have strong communication skills, managing skilled operators, placement students and seasonal staff at peak times, Health and Safety, and the welfare of our team is essential.

If you'd be interested in speaking about the above role please apply below or contact Lycia on 07522 237517 / Lycia@morepeople.co.uk