Nursery Foreman
Are you an experienced horticulture or food and fresh produce profeessional with a head for operations and management? Set in the beautiful rural surroundings of Perth, this is a fantastic opportunity to take a key role in a long-established, family-run nursery. Our client, who has been operating for over 45 years in the trade, is looking for a Nursery Foreman / Manager to join their close-knit team. You'll be stepping into a hands-on leadership role with on-site accommodation provided, only needing to cover your utilities.
About the role
This is a varied and active role where you'll oversee daily operations across the nursery, from managing seasonal and permanent staff to coordinating production lines and outgoing deliveries. You'll be a key player on-site, ensuring smooth, efficient nursery operations throughout the year.
1. Work alongside 4-5 full-time permanent staff who help coordinate and support up to 45 seasonal workers during peak periods (mainly students).
2. Oversee production and packaging across 4 main packing groups
3. Schedule and manage incoming and outgoing deliveries
4. Ensure smooth operational flow and staff supervision across busy periods
5. Help maintain a positive, informal, and hard-working team environment
6. Be a strong, visible presence on site - especially through peak season (May to late June)
What's in it for you?
7. £38,000 salary (negotiable depending on experience)
8. Free on-site accommodation (you cover services only, no rent required)
9. A genuine opportunity to become part of a long-standing, respected family-run business
10. Flexible, seasonal workload - with more hours in peak, quieter winters
11. Plenty of autonomy to shape the role and help grow the operation
Ideal Candidate
12. Have experience in horticulture or food/fresh produce production
13. Be confident managing staff and coordinating operations
14. Be hands-on and present on site - especially during peak season
15. Hold (or be willing to get) a Forklift licence and a C1 licesne
16. PA1/PA6 would be a bonus - but training is available
17. Enjoy working in a light-hearted, informal environment with a dedicated team
If this sounds like something that could be of interest to you then please apply or send me your CV to. I am aslo happy to pick this up over the phone on 01780 480530.