Farm Manager

RJ Kirkwood & Son; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A family farming partnership in East Yorkshire is seeking a skilled Farm Manager to oversee daily operations and manage a small team. The ideal candidate will have strong arable farming experience, be hands-on with machinery, and possess leadership qualities. Accommodation may be available, and the salary exceeds £40k with benefits. Interested applicants should email for more information.

Benefits

Accommodation may be available

Salary above £40k

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Proven record of arable farming is essential.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines for crop applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of arable cropping.
• Manage the farm team effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maximize farm efficiency through effective management.

Skills

Arable farming experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Operating arable machinery

Proactive management

Education

PA1/PA2 certificates

Telehandler certificate

Tools

GPS technology

Farm management system (Omnia)

Job description

Thefamilyfarming partnership of R J Kirkwood and Sonis a 1300-acre arable operation, based at Dunnington, Driffield, East Yorkshire. The business is run alongside Manor Farm Feeds Limited, a compound feed milling business, at the same location.

The Role

We are looking for a working Farm Manager to undertake the day-to-day farm operations. The suitable candidate will lead a small team which consists of a mixture of both permanent and temporary staff. They will take a hands‑on approach to managing the farm and will be skilled in operating a full range of arable machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of arable cropping, from establishment to harvest
• Manage farm team
• Manage farm health and safety
• Ensure compliance with relevant schemes and ensure all documentation is current
• Maintain machinery and record accordingly
• Maximise farm efficiency
• Liaise with site management
• Help maintain farm management software system

About you

You will have a proven record of arable farming and demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills. The suitable candidate will take a proactive approach to farm management and will demonstrate an ability to meet deadlines, ensuring crop applications are planned and applied in a timely manner. A PA1 / PA2 and Telehandler certificate are essential for this role. Previous experience using GPS and a farm management system such as Omnia would be advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

Accommodation may be available for the right candidate. Salary in excess of £40k+ and additional benefits.

Applications

If you would like to apply, please send an email to [e-mail] for more information.

Deadline

Application deadline: 23rd December 2025.

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