Growing Assistant - Soft Fruit Production
Herefordshire Permanent Full-time £28,000 - £32,000
Do you want to be part of a team that grows tonnes of fresh, delicious fruit enjoyed by people all over the UK?
We're looking for an enthusiastic Growing Assistant to join a leading soft fruit producer. You'll play a key role in supporting the growing and harvesting of raspberries and blueberries - working with a dedicated team and learning all the ins and outs of large-scale fruit production. This is a brilliant opportunity to build a long-term career in the fresh produce industry.
Getting hands-on with growing jobs: tunnel construction, crop husbandry, maintenance, and new growing projects Supporting and monitoring crop production from planting to harvest Coordinating day-to-day logistics for seasonal work teams Training and guiding supervisors and seasonal staff to deliver high-quality results Running inductions for new employees and keeping everything on track with accurate records Monitoring health & safety across operations Stepping in to cover Harvest Assistant duties when needed
A practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills Organised and able to plan ahead (especially in busy harvest season) Confidence in managing and motivating people Willingness to learn and a real passion for fresh produce Experience in fruit growing/harvest would be an advantage (but full training is provided!) A full, clean driving licence and long-term right to work in the UK
Be part of one of the UK's top soft fruit growers, producing fruit for major supermarkets Learn from an experienced team and get full training to develop your career A varied role with lots of responsibility - no two days are the same Winter months mean regular Monday-Friday hours, while harvest season brings an exciting, fast-paced challenge with overtime opportunities Ready to grow your career?
If you're motivated, hands-on, and excited by the idea of working in fresh produce, I'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat, please call Emily on, email or message me on LinkedIn.