Glass House Manager – Essex- Competitive Salary + Accommodation

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticultural business is seeking a Glass House Manager for their nursery locations in Essex. This role is crucial for overseeing high-quality plant production while ensuring efficiency, hygiene, and compliance with industry standards. The position offers a competitive salary and accommodation, along with opportunities for professional development in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Opportunities for professional development

Permanent, full-time position

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery or glasshouse crop management.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Attention to detail, hygiene, and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Managing plant production in glasshouses.
• Coordinating with commercial teams for procurement.
• Maintaining pest, disease, and weed control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of crop protection

Job description

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Glass House Manager – Essex- Competitive Salary + Accommodation, Essex

Client: Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

Location: Essex

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8f81edd8147b

Job Views: 3

Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

Job Description:

Glass House Manager – Essex - Competitive Salary + Accommodation

Job details:

Posted 17 April | Salary: Competitive | Location: Essex | Job type: Full-time | Discipline: Agricultural & Farm Services, Farming | Reference: CB - -3

Job description:

Role: An established commercial nursery is seeking a Glass House Manager to oversee crop production across multiple nursery sites. This key role involves producing high-quality plants while maintaining efficiency, hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing plant production in glasshouses
• Coordinating with commercial teams for procurement
• Planning crop schedules and forecasts
• Maintaining pest, disease, and weed control
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., LEAF, Red Tractor)
• Supervising crop production staff, including holiday and performance management
• Overseeing equipment use and site cleanliness
• Providing operational updates and season reports
• Supporting training and best practices sharing

Company overview: A reputable horticultural business with multiple nursery locations, committed to quality, innovation, sustainability, and compliance, fostering a collaborative culture.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in nursery or glasshouse crop management
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Organisational and forecasting abilities
• Attention to detail, hygiene, and safety focus
• Knowledge of crop protection and sustainable practices
• Flexibility for weekend management duties

Package:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Accommodation provided
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth