Farm Manager

Morepeople 01780; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse family run farming enterprise in Ross-on-Wye is seeking a Farm Manager to lead arable and potato operations. Responsibilities include managing crop planning, monitoring performance, and overseeing staff. Candidates should have previous farm management experience, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of sustainable agriculture. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a progressive farming business focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to influence crop production strategies

Positive team culture

Qualifications

• Previous farm management experience, ideally in arable and root crop production.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams.
• Strong organisational, planning, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage crop planning, planting, growing, and harvest operations.
• Create nutrition plans, crop rotations, irrigation schedules.
• Monitor crop performance, pests, and diseases.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational abilities

Planning skills

Communication abilities

Knowledge of sustainable agriculture

Interest in crop diversification

Education

Agricultural qualifications

Job description

The Company

A diverse family run farming enterprise based in Herefordshire, specialising in arable and potato production. With a strong commitment to sustainability, the business continues to invest in reduced tillage, cover cropping, precision nutrient management, and exploring diversification into new root and vegetable crops. The farm is proud of its forward thinking approach and focus on continuous improvement.

What You Will Be Doing

As Farm Manager, you will lead all arable and potato operations. You will:

• Manage crop planning, planting, growing, and harvest operations
• Develop and trial new crop opportunities to enhance profitability
• Create nutrition plans, crop rotations, irrigation schedules, and cultivation strategies
• Monitor crop performance, pests, and diseases, implementing preventative and reactive measures
• Recruit, train, and manage permanent and seasonal staff
• Plan workloads, manage performance, and promote a positive team culture
• Oversee machinery and equipment care to ensure efficient use
• Manage budgets, input costs, labour planning, and provide performance reporting
• Maintain health & safety compliance and champion sustainable farming practices

What You Need

• Previous farm management experience, ideally in arable and root crop production
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams
• Strong organisational, planning, and communication abilities
• Knowledge of modern arable and root crop techniques, machinery, and sustainable agriculture
• Agricultural qualifications beneficial
• A proactive, innovative mindset and interest in crop diversification

What Is In It for You

• Opportunity to lead a progressive farming business with scope to drive diversification
• Influence and develop innovative crop production strategies
• Manage and develop a skilled and motivated team
• Work within a sustainability focused environment
• Competitive salary package depending on experience

How to Apply

If you are an experienced farm manager looking for the chance to work as part of a diverse farming enterprise then get in touch.

📞 Rachel Richardson - 01780 480530 / 07701 387732

📧 [e-mail]

💼 Or connect with me on LinkedIn

No need for a polished CV, just send over what you have and we can take it from there.