Application Deadline: 30 November 2025
Department: Operations
Location: Ely
Compensation: £80,000 - £85,000 / year
Description
We’re seeking a driven and hands‑on General Manager to lead our Ely site, overseeing greenhouse and packhouse operations with a focus on quality, process control, and team development. This key leadership role is responsible for ensuring high performance, strong compliance, and an exceptional workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead operations and maintain discipline standards across greenhouse, packhouse, and facilities teams.
* Drive cost control, safety, and hygiene compliance.
* Coaching and developing managers to achieve operational excellence.
* Embed a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Report on site performance, compliance, and workforce development.
* Seek the opportunity to act as a visible, decisive leader across Ely, driving standards and ensuring process control, efficiency, and accountability.
* Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and business‑wide initiatives.
Additional Responsibilities
* Lead, coach, and develop your team to deliver consistent performance and engagement.
* Ensure operational processes, standards, and audits are met across all areas.
* Maintain high‑quality production and site presentation standards.
* Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work, and health & safety compliance.
* Collaborate with internal teams to optimise labour planning, productivity, and communication.
* Promote the GHG values of Ownership, Energy, Cultivate, Action, and Excellence every day.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Proven experience in Operations or Site Management.
* A hands‑on leadership style with strong people management skills.
* Excellent communication and decision‑making ability.
* Confidence analysing data and using insight to drive improvements.
* A commitment to high standards, safety, and teamwork.
Benefits
* Monthly car allowance.
* Private medical insurance.
* Medical cash plan.
* Salary sacrifice electric car scheme.
* Group life.
* Retail and leisure discounts.
* Pension contribution matched up to 5%.
Senior level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Farming
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