Assistant Farm Manager

Littywood Farm; Bradley; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK fruit farm is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to oversee crop production and irrigation management. In this hands-on role, you will lead teams in seasonal production, planning crop cycles, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have experience in commercial fruit production and strong leadership skills. Knowledge of irrigation systems and willingness to work during peak seasons is essential. Attractive benefits include shared on-site accommodation and 28 days of holidays.

Benefits

Shared on-site accommodation

28 days leave including bank holidays

Christmas–New Year leave

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial fruit production, especially soft & stone fruit.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a positive attitude.
• Familiarity with Red Tractor, BRCGS, and supermarket standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead seasonal production and irrigation teams.
• Monitor crop performance and quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Crop planning

Precision irrigation

Quality control

Tools

Priva Irrigation Systems

Job description

Assistant Farm Manager – Soft & Stone Fruit

Type: Permanent | Salary: Dependent on experience

Accommodation: Shared on-site available

Holidays: 28 days incl. bank holidays + Christmas–New Year leave

We’re hiring an Assistant Farm Manager to join our thriving soft and stone fruit enterprise, supplying top-tier produce to leading UK supermarkets. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on crop production and irrigation management, supporting the farms harvesting operation, and team management.

What You’ll Do

• Lead seasonal production, construction and irrigation teams
• Plan crop cycles
• Monitor crop performance and quality
• Support harvesting best practice
• Ensure compliance with supermarket and industry standards
• Collaborate with agronomists and technical teams
• Maintain records and support staff training

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in commercial fruit production (soft & stone fruit ideal)
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a 'Can Do' attitude
• Skilled in crop planning, production, precision irrigation, and quality control
• Familiarity with Red Tractor, BRCGS, and supermarket protocols
• Willingness to work weekends / overtime during peak season

Would be useful

• PA1, PA2a, PA3a, PA6
• Experience of Priva Irrigation Systems

Apply now or message us to learn more!

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