Farm Manager
Farm Manager – Potatoes - Essex - £60,000 + Accommodation + Vehicle + Bonus
The Job:
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Farm Manager to take charge of a high-performing, large-scale potato operation in Essex. The business is progressive, well invested and forward-looking, offering the successful candidate genuine responsibility, autonomy and the chance to put their own stamp on the operation.
Working closely with senior management and trusted agronomic support, you’ll be central to driving crop performance, operational efficiency and team culture. This role will suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, making decisions and leading from the front in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
key responsibilities:
- Lead a large-scale potato enterprise with modern equipment and strong agronomic support
- Take ownership of the crop from planning through to harvest, storage and outloading
- Influence rotations, soil health and supporting arable operations
- Run and develop the irrigation operation
- Lead and motivate a committed team of permanent and seasonal staff
- Play a key role in budgets, investment decisions and future strategy
- Maintain high standards across compliance, health & safety and environmental performanceThe Candidate:
- Experienced in managing large-scale potato production
- Practical, commercially minded and comfortable making decisions
- A confident people manager with a hands-on leadership style
- Strong agronomic knowledge with good mechanical understanding
- Organised, calm under pressure and driven to deliver high standards
- Full UK driving licence
The Package:
- Salary circa £60,000 DOE
- Accommodation and vehicle provided
- Performance related bonus
Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, CLevent@agriRS.co.uk.
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