OPPORTUNITIES AT FLOURISH
We are always on the look-out for great talent here at Flourish. While we are not actively recruiting we are always keen to hear from passionate people. Please email office@flourishproduce.co.uk - we would love to hear from you.
We are currently recruiting for a PRODUCTION MANAGER
JOB DESCRIPTION
We’re looking for a kind, honest, motivated and positive individual to join us as a Production Manager. This is a new management role for our dynamic, fast growing farm business but will also be very hands on. Going into the 2025 season, this individual will help execute all aspects of crop production for 50+ acres of field crops and 1.8 acres of protected cropping. We are looking for a strong leader with excellent communication skills who can manage our workforce effectively. Someone who can lead by example whilst maintaining the positive work environment we have created. This individual will help us improve efficiency, develop our production systems, and work with the other members of our management team to increase our quality and capacity. This job will involve all production activities (pre harvest), including planning, land preparation, planting, weeding, irrigation, pest and disease management along with all other farm related work. It will involve tractor operation, implement use and equipment troubleshooting. We would like someone who has experience farming at scale.
Work will involve:
Oversee day-to-day farming operations, scheduling and prioritising jobs and managing work flow to ensure optimal productivity and quality.
Conduct regular crop walks to monitor plant health and identify potential issues.
Collaborate with other team members to build our production plan, manage production records and spreadsheets up to date.
Develop and implement detailed crop plans, including scheduling of weeding, irrigating, netting, pollinators, integrated pest management and fertiliser application.
Manage and motivate a team of workers including our current team of growers and a group of seasonal workers, ensuring high standards of performance, productivity and safety
Supervise and coordinate with the tractor operators and contractors
Install and manage irrigation
Work closely with harvest Supervisor, Pack Barn Manager and Office team to increase sales opportunities, schedule harvest and to reduce crop waste
Arrange the maintenance, repair and improvements where necessary of farm buildings, machinery, vehicles and equipment
Ensure that farm activities comply with health and safety regulations.
Beautiful thatched 2 bedroom cottage on the farm as part of package.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Email a CV and cover letter (explaining why you would like to join Flourish and how your past experience makes you most suitable for the role) to office@flourishproduce.co.uk
List 3 times and dates on Wednesday afternoon or Saturday when you are available for a call the week following your application submission.
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