Irrigation Technician for Soft Fruit Crops

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is seeking an Irrigation Operator for a Herefordshire soft fruit producer to support raspberry and blueberry crops during the growing season.

You will monitor irrigation and fertigation systems, carry out water testing, and work with the Irrigation Manager to optimise watering schedules. This hands-on role requires attention to detail, practical problem solving, and a willingness to work weekends during peak season.

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience working with irrigation systems on a fruit or arable farm.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to monitor water quality and follow irrigation programmes accurately.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage tasks independently.
• A practical approach to problem solving and equipment maintenance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and flexibility to work weekends and overtime during the main growing season (March to October).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage irrigation across raspberry and blueberry crops, ensuring watering schedules are followed accurately
• Carry out regular water testing and monitor water quality
• Check fertigation programmes and assess their effectiveness
• Install, operate and maintain irrigation equipment and systems
• Identify faults or issues and carry out basic maintenance where required
• Work closely with the Irrigation Manager and wider farm team to meet changing crop requirements throughout the season

Skills

Irrigation systems on fruit/arableFarm

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Organisational and planning

Problem solving

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (UK/Scotland)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is seeking an Irrigation Operator for a Herefordshire soft fruit producer to support raspberry and blueberry crops during the growing season.

You will monitor irrigation and fertigation systems, carry out water testing, and work with the Irrigation Manager to optimise watering schedules. This hands-on role requires attention to detail, practical problem solving, and a willingness to work weekends during peak season.