Senior Site Manager - Horticulture & Operations

Drnewitt; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticultural company is looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee one of its main production sites. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a mixed team effectively. The ideal candidate will possess solid technical knowledge of crop production and strong leadership abilities. Responsibilities include planning growing activities, managing staff, and supporting sustainable practices. Interested candidates can send their CVs to [e-mail] or call 0131 226 5060.

Qualifications

• Proven background in managing farming or horticultural operations.
• Experience leading and organizing staff teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of crop production, including irrigation, nutrition, and pest/disease control.
• Physically able to work outdoors in all seasons.
• Professional, reliable, and well-organized.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage day-to-day growing activities, including crop establishment and harvest operations.
• Manage a mixed team of permanent, temporary, and contract staff.
• Ensure compliance with horticultural, labour, and environmental regulations.
• Contribute to budgeting and cost control.
• Support high product standards and sustainability practices.

Skills

Communication and leadership abilities

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to operate and maintain agricultural machinery

Understanding of budgets and commercial decision-making

Education

Driving license (Category B)

Spraying qualifications beneficial

BASIS and FACTS qualifications advantageous

Tools

Agricultural machinery

Job description

A leading horticultural company is looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee one of its main production sites. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a mixed team effectively. The ideal candidate will possess solid technical knowledge of crop production and strong leadership abilities. Responsibilities include planning growing activities, managing staff, and supporting sustainable practices. Interested candidates can send their CVs to [e-mail] or call 0131 226 5060.