Crop Manager - Field-Based Role in HerefordshireLocation: Herefordshire | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
A leading vegetable grower in the Three Counties is looking for a committed and capable Crop Manager / Assistant Operations Manager to join their team. With over 800 hectares of brassicas in production, this is a great opportunity to take real ownership of a crop from planning to harvest.
This is a hands-on role focused on crop performance, quality, and continuity of supply. You'll work closely with the Farm Manager and wider team to manage day-to-day growing operations, support harvest teams, and ensure production targets are met efficiently and sustainably.
Key Responsibilities:
Crop Management
* Lead the planning and day-to-day management of broccoli production
* Monitor crop health and progress through regular field walking
* Work closely with agronomy and fertiliser partners to deliver spray and fert plans
* Schedule irrigation and oversee the seasonal irrigation team
* Provide accurate crop forecasts to the commercial team
Harvest Operations
* Ensure all health, safety, and food safety standards are upheld
* Monitor team performance and working hours during harvest
* Support with seasonal staff accommodation and general team welfare
What We're Looking For:
* Experience in crop management, from planting through to harvest
* Strong communication and team leadership skills
* Understanding of irrigation systems and scheduling
* A proactive approach to health & safety and compliance
* Confident using Microsoft Office; experience with Gatekeeper or similar software is a bonus
* BASIS and/or FACTS qualifications are advantageous but not essential
Why Apply?
* You'll have real responsibility and ownership over a significant part of the business
* Work within a knowledgeable and supportive team
* Be part of a respected grower supplying the UK's leading supermarkets
* Join a business that combines deep farming roots with modern, forward-thinking operations
If you're motivated by producing high-quality crops, enjoy working in the field, and are ready to step into a key role in a well-established farming business, we'd love to hear from you.
Interested? For an informal chat, please call Emily on 01780 480530, email emily@morepeople.co.uk or message me on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date, just send what you have already, and we can sort the rest later.
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