Assistant Farm Manager – Soft & Stone Fruit Production – Staffordshire – Competitive Salary + A[...]

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment agency in the UK seeks an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of a successful fruit business. The role requires strong leadership skills, a hands-on attitude, and the ability to manage quality standards. The ideal candidate is passionate about modern agriculture, offers a collaborative work environment, and provides opportunities for professional growth. Attractive benefits include salary based on experience, holiday leave, and on-site accommodation.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus additional leave

Pension scheme

Shared on-site accommodation available

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production, ideally across soft and stone fruit.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of managing multilingual teams.
• Organised, detail-focused, with a proactive and problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations from crop planning to staff supervision.
• Ensure high-quality fruit production compliant with UK retail standards.
• Drive efficiency, quality, and consistency across the farm.

Skills

Proven experience in commercial fruit production

Strong leadership and communication skills

Organised and detail-focused

Skilled in crop planning and harvesting

Knowledge of Red Tractor and BRCGS

Confident using IT systems

Flexible and hands-on

Passionate about agriculture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Farm management software

Job description

Assistant Farm Manager

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

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

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