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Plants Breeding Team Leader – West Midlands – £35, + Career Progression
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Posted 17 November Salary £30,–£35, + Career Progression LocationWest Midlands Job type Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services ReferenceRS--1
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Plants Breeding Team Leader
Plants Breeding Team Leader – West Midlands – £30,–£35, + Career Progression
The Job:
A leading horticultural business in Shropshire is seeking a practical and organised Plants Breeding Team Leader to manage daily operations within the breeding department. You will oversee a small team, ensuring high standards in plant care, propagation, and data accuracy throughout the breeding cycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate daily workloads across the breeding team
- Oversee controlled pollinations, propagation, germination, and trial evaluations
- Maintain accurate breeding and plant performance records
- Monitor glasshouse and field environments, ensuring biosecurity and IPM compliance
- Operate horticultural machinery and spraying equipment safely and efficiently
- Support and train team members, promoting high performance and teamwork
- Collaborate with management on planning, resource allocation, and workflow optimisation
- Uphold strict health, safety, and biosecurity standards
The Company:
An established and innovative horticultural business with a strong focus on plant development and sustainable growing practices. The company offers a supportive working environment, excellent facilities, and genuine opportunities for professional growth.
The Candidate:
- Horticultural qualification (RHS Level 2 or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience leading or supervising a horticultural or nursery team
- Practical knowledge of plant propagation, greenhouse operations, and pest management
- Strong organisational and communication skills with great attention to detail
- Competent in record-keeping and IT systems
- Positive, adaptable, and proactive approach to work
Desirable:
- Tractor and/or telehandler licence (training available).
- PA1/PA6 and machinery licences desirable (training available)
- Full UK driving licence preferred
The Package:
- Salary: £30,–£35, per annum DOE
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Clear career progression prospects