Growing Assistant

MorePeople; Hereford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading soft fruit producer in Herefordshire seeks a Growing Assistant to help grow and harvest raspberries and blueberries. You'll work with a dedicated team on tasks including crop husbandry and logistics management. Full training is provided, and this role offers opportunities for career development in the fresh produce sector. Candidates should have a passion for agriculture, and experience in fruit growing is a plus.

Benefits

Full training provided

Varied role with responsibilities

Opportunity for overtime during harvest season

Qualifications

• Experience in fruit growing/harvest is advantageous.
• Full, clean driving license required.
• Willingness to learn necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day logistics for seasonal teams.
• Monitor crop production from planting to harvest.
• Train and supervise staff for high-quality results.
• Ensure health & safety compliance across operations.

Skills

Hands-on approach

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

People management

Passion for fresh produce

Job description

Overview

Growing Assistant - Soft Fruit Production
Herefordshire | Permanent | Full-time | £28,000 - £32,000

Do you want to be part of a team that grows tonnes of fresh, delicious fruit enjoyed by people all over the UK? We're looking for an enthusiastic Growing Assistant to join a leading soft fruit producer. You'll help grow and harvest raspberries and blueberries, working with a dedicated team and learning the ins and outs of large-scale fruit production. This is a brilliant opportunity to build a long-term career in the fresh produce industry.

Responsibilities

• Get hands-on with growing jobs: tunnel construction, crop husbandry, maintenance, and new growing projects
• Support and monitor crop production from planting to harvest
• Coordinate day-to-day logistics for seasonal work teams
• Train and guide supervisors and seasonal staff to deliver high-quality results
• Run inductions for new employees and maintain accurate records to keep everything on track
• Monitor health & safety across operations
• Step in to cover Harvest Assistant duties when needed

Qualifications

• A practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills
• Organised and able to plan ahead (especially in busy harvest season)
• Confidence in managing and motivating people
• Willingness to learn and a real passion for fresh produce
• Experience in fruit growing/harvest would be an advantage (but full training is provided!)
• Full, clean driving licence and long-term right to work in the UK

Why This Role Rocks

• Be part of one of the UK's top soft fruit growers, producing fruit for major supermarkets
• Learn from an experienced team and get full training to develop your career
• A varied role with lots of responsibility - no two days are the same
• Winter months mean regular Monday-Friday hours, while harvest season brings an exciting, fast-paced challenge with overtime opportunities

How to Apply

Ready to grow your career?
If you're motivated, hands-on, and excited by the idea of working in fresh produce, apply today and join a business where you'll see the fruits of your labour.

For an informal chat, please call Emily on 01780 480530, email [e-mail] or message me on LinkedIn. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date, just send what you have already, and we can sort the rest later.