Farm Foreman - Specialist Crops

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK.

Do you have extensive practical fruit farming experience and a strong mechanical aptitude?

Are you an experienced Foreman, Farm Supervisor or Assistant Farm Manager looking for a hands-on role within a progressive specialist crop business?

Could this be the opportunity you've been waiting for… a varied and rewarding position where you can take responsibility for day-to-day farm operations, lead a small team, and play a key role in a highly respected fruit production enterprise?

Location of the Job:
Kent - Accommodation available - to be discussed

Salary & Benefits Package:
* £35,000 - £45,000 dependent upon experience
* Overtime opportunities available
* Pension and holiday pay
* Accommodation available subject to agreement
* Long-term career opportunity within a progressive farming business
* Varied role combining crop production, staff supervision and machinery maintenance
* Full-time permanent position

About the Company:
Our client is a well-established and highly respected specialist crop business operating in the South East of England. The business grows high-value perennial crops and utilises modern production techniques, specialist machinery and seasonal labour to deliver a premium product to the food and beverage sector.

The business continues to invest in its people, equipment and infrastructure and is now seeking a Working Farm Foreman to support the day-to-day management of operations and help drive the continued success of the enterprise.

Working Farm Foreman - The Job Role Details:
This is a hands-on leadership role working closely with senior management to coordinate daily farming activities, supervise staff and ensure the efficient operation of the business throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage daily crop production activities
* Oversee spraying operations and crop husbandry programmes
* Manage trellis systems, crop support structures and general farm infrastructure
* Supervise harvest operations and seasonal labour teams
* Lead and motivate a small team of permanent employees
* Ensure high standards of health and safety are maintained
* Carry out machinery maintenance and repairs
* Coordinate cultivation, irrigation and general farm operations
* Support environmental and estate management projects
* Report operational progress to senior management

Essential Candidate Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience within commercial fruit production, orchards, vineyards, soft fruit or other perennial cropping systems
* PA1, PA2 and PA3 qualifications
* Forklift and/or telehandler certification
* Strong mechanical and engineering aptitude
* Experience supervising staff and coordinating workloads
* Ability to work independently and make operational decisions
* Full UK driving licence
* Flexible approach to working hours during peak seasonal periods

Desirable:
* Previous Foreman, Farm Supervisor or Assistant Farm Manager experience
* Experience managing seasonal labour
* Welding and fabrication experience
* Knowledge of trellis systems and crop support infrastructure
* Environmental stewardship experience

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday with flexibility required during harvest and peak seasonal periods.

How to Apply:
Please click on the "Apply Now" button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role.

Keywords:
Fruit Farm Foreman, Fruit Production, Orchard Manager, Orchard Foreman, Top Fruit, Soft Fruit, Vineyard, Perennial Crops, Farm Supervisor, Assistant Farm Manager, Agricultural Foreman, Harvest Manager, Sprayer Operator, PA1 PA2 PA3, Agricultural Engineering.

We thank all applicants who apply for this role; however, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and personal details will not be shared without prior consent.

About Us
Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide expert recruitment, headhunting, and job advertising services across agriculture, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education sectors across the UK and internationally.