Farm Foreman - Fresh Produce and Vegetable Farm
Location: Essex.
Salary and Benefits: £40,000 - £45,000 basic salary DOE. Accommodation if you wish to relocate.
Working Hours: Full-time (45 hours per week). Peak seasonal periods may require additional hours.
Job Role Details: You will support the Farm Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the farm, taking responsibility for overseeing field operations and supervising a small team. This practical, hands‑on role involves active machinery operation and ensuring work meets high standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and oversee daily crop production activities across the farm.
* Operate modern agricultural machinery including cultivations, drilling, planting and harvesting equipment.
* Supervise and guide a small team, including seasonal staff, ensuring safety and efficiency.
* Assist with planning and coordinating workloads during busy periods.
* Monitor crop progress and report any issues to the Farm Manager.
* Assist with routine machinery maintenance, fault finding and basic servicing.
* Ensure all activities comply with health and safety and environmental standards.
* Collaborate with the wider farm team to deliver the annual cropping programme.
Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications
* Proven experience in vegetable or arable crop production on farm.
* Strong machinery operation skills and mechanical awareness.
* Previous experience supervising or leading a small team.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Good communication and organisational skills.
* PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates.
* Telehandler or forklift certification – desirable but not essential.
* Mandatory NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), required for all applicants.
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