Overview Head of Growing
Head of Growing – Soft Fruit – Leominster - £65,000
Head of Growing – Soft Fruit, based in Leominster. The successful candidate will take ownership of crop production, leading a growing team to deliver high-quality, high-yielding strawberry crops that meet leading supermarket standards. Responsibilities include overseeing the full growing cycle from plant delivery through to harvest, managing crop plans, developing team performance, implementing biological crop protection programmes, and ensuring compliance with company and statutory requirements.
Company A market leading soft fruit business with a strong reputation for innovation and quality. This progressive horticultural company is known for its high standards, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to developing its people and operations.
Candidate Proven experience in protected soft fruit growing, with strong operational and commercial focus
Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple production areas
Experienced leader with excellent communication and people management skills
Capable of building positive, productive cross-departmental relationships
FACTS and BASIS certifications -PA1, PA2, PA6a, and PA6b
Package Salary £55,000 - £36,000 DOE
Permanent, full-time role with leadership responsibilities
Opportunity to join a highly respected and innovative horticultural business
Application Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk.
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