Farm Manager: Lead Arable & Root Crop Operations

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

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.