General Farm Manager

TN United Kingdom; Brechin; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated individual to oversee seed potato production in Brechin. This exciting role involves managing production, ensuring high standards, and collaborating with a skilled team. Candidates should possess a strong agricultural background, ideally with qualifications in BASIS and FACTS. The position offers the opportunity to work in a leading company recognized for its innovative seed potato varieties and extensive production capabilities across Europe and beyond. If you're passionate about agriculture and ready to take on a pivotal role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong agricultural background with management experience.
• Experience in potato production and agronomy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of seed potato production operations.
• Oversee relationships with landlords for optimal land access.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Management Experience

Potato Production

Potato Agronomy

Interpersonal Skills

IT Literacy

Organisational Skills

Education

BASIS Qualification

FACTS Qualification

PA 1+2 Certificate

Job description

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• Previous management experience within a similar agricultural business
• Potato production experience and ideally seed potato experience
• Potato agronomy and storage experience
• Good interpersonal skills
• IT literate
• Excellent organisational and planning skills

Ideally, candidates will have a strong agricultural background and preferably hold BASIS and FACTS qualifications. An additional advantage would be a PA 1+2 certificate. A full driving licence is essential.

The Role

This exciting role will be based in Brechin and will involve working alongside the Field/Store Manager, Assistant Accountant, and an experienced team of four full-time farm operatives.

Responsibilities will cover all aspects of the business, including the management of production, inspection, grading, and packing, with a commitment to high standards. Practical experience in growing seed potatoes is highly desirable.

• Planning and involvement in all seed production operations, including field selection, variety matching, fertiliser/chemical choice and application, and other agronomy aspects
• Manage and develop relationships with landlords and their agents to ensure access to optimal land for seed potato production
• Assist finance colleagues in building and maintaining annual budgets and cash-flow projections
• Lead machinery replacement policies and procurement processes
• Procure key inputs such as fertiliser, fuel, and pesticides in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Maintain detailed crop and pesticide records
• Manage crop storage, including loading, curing, grading, and scheduling to align with seed sales
• Plan, grade, and pack to meet delivery schedules
• Maximize efficiency across all production stages
• Manage all staff and contractors involved in production
• Oversee health and safety compliance on-site

About the client

The client is an international leader in seed potato variety innovation, production, and marketing. They operate one of Europe's largest and most advanced potato breeding programmes, with over 30 proprietary varieties exported to more than 40 countries worldwide. Their production bases are located in Ireland, the UK, Holland, France, and East Africa, with licensing agreements across North and South America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the Far East. They are recognized as the leading seed potato company in Ireland and one of the UK's largest exporters.

For more information, please call 01780 480 530 or email Ryan.