Growing Manager

Glinwell Marketing LTD; Lower Nazeing; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce supplier is looking for Supervisors to oversee operations in their glasshouses. Candidates should possess necessary qualifications, management experience, and knowledge of produce standards. This role involves working with both permanent and seasonal staff while implementing best practices across multiple sites. Strong relationship-building skills and a solution-led approach are essential. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering against commercial objectives set by company Directors.
• Proof of experience managing forecasts for production and hitting targets.
• Knowledge of growing produce to a high, supermarket-grade standard.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the growing operation across ~20ha of glasshouses.
• Collaborate with other sites and with site owners to implement best practices.

Skills

Management experience

Relationship building

Knowledge of agricultural industry

Education

PA1 and PA6 qualifications

BASIS Scheme qualification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Who are we? We are part of a well-established PLC supplying fresh produce to major UK supermarkets. The group has grown steadily to become a leading supplier within our sector and now comprises over 100 acres of growing, packing and grading facilities. Our Essex site is the largest and leads on producing tomatoes that are picked and sent to the St. Albans site for packing and transporting to the supermarkets. The site [Essex] also grows aubergines for our clients. Two Supervisors are required to play a pivotal role within a knowledgeable and committed team at the Essex Site.

The Role

You\'ll have oversight of the growing operation across approximately 20ha of glasshouses. There is a mix of permanent and seasonal workers on site that need managing via the Supervisors. You\'ll work collaboratively with other sites, as well as with the owners to implement best practices and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the growing operation across ~20ha of glasshouses and manage a mix of permanent and seasonal staff via Supervisors.
• Collaborate with other sites and with site owners to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • PA1 and PA6 qualifications
  • Registered to the Nroso (National Register of Sprayer Operators) scheme
  • Experience delivering against commercial objectives set by company Directors
  • Knowledge of growing produce to a high, supermarket-grade standard
  • Proof of experience managing forecasts for production/hitting targets
  • Some management experience and knowledge dealing with a variety of stakeholders/owners
• Advantageous:
  • BASIS Scheme qualification
  • Previous experience supplying UK supermarkets
  • PRIVA environmental system knowledge
  • Forklift licence
  • Ability to identify opportunities to develop the business
  • Health & Safety/First Aid knowledge
  • Deliver against commercial objectives set by the company Directors
  • Knowledge of growing produce to a high standard

The Person / The Role

• Someone who takes a solution-led approach to their work and can work on their own
• You are an excellent relationship builder
• You know how to use Microsoft\’s basic software (Outlook, Excel)
• Knowledge of the wider agricultural industry
• Works well under pressure
• Management of growing crop to harvest to meet customer specification

Apply

To apply for the role, email Human Resources: Kate Gathard with a copy of your CV and why you would like to work for Glinwell Marketing / Essex Growers to: [e-mail]

Website: www.glinwellplc.com