Assistant Farm Manager

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent agricultural recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Assistant Farm Manager for a leading soft and stone fruit production business in Staffordshire. The role involves overseeing daily operations, crop planning, and staff management to ensure high-quality fruit that meets retailer standards. Ideal candidates will have hands-on fruit production experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, accommodation options, and additional benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Shared on-site accommodation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production, ideally in soft and stone fruit.
• Experience managing seasonal and multilingual teams.
• Knowledge of Red Tractor, BRCGS and supermarket compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of fruit production.
• Coordinate crop planning and harvest.
• Ensure quality and consistency of fruit production.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Crop planning

Problem-solving approach

Detail-oriented

IT systems (Microsoft Office, farm management software)

Team management

Job description

Assistant Farm Manager – Soft & Stone Fruit Production – Staffordshire

Competitive Salary + Accommodation + Benefits

The Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and hands‑on Assistant Farm Manager to join a successful soft and stone fruit business. Working closely with the Farm Manager, you’ll help oversee day‑to‑day operations, from crop planning and harvest coordination to staff supervision and irrigation management.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring high‑quality fruit production that meets the standards of major UK retailers, driving efficiency, quality and consistency across the farm. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about modern, sustainable agriculture and looking to grow their management career within a supportive and forward‑thinking business.

The Company:

A respected and well‑established name in UK fruit production, known for delivering premium produce through innovation, teamwork and a commitment to excellence. The company offers a collaborative, professional environment with a strong focus on quality, sustainability and staff development.

The Candidate:

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production, ideally across soft and stone fruit
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage seasonal and multilingual teams
• Organised and detail‑focused, with a proactive and problem‑solving approach
• Skilled in crop planning, harvesting and maintaining quality and yield standards
• Knowledge of Red Tractor, BRCGS and supermarket compliance requirements
• Confident using IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office, farm management software)
• Flexible and hands‑on, with the ability to work weekends and extended hours during peak season
• Passionate about agriculture, innovation and continuous improvement

The Package:

• Salary dependent on experience
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus additional Christmas–New Year leave
• Pension scheme
• Shared on‑site accommodation available if required

How to apply:

Please email your CV to Greg Henderson, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, [e-mail].