Lead Top & Stone Fruit Farm Manager (Kent) - Accommodation

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticultural company is seeking a Top & Stone Fruit Manager in Kent. You will oversee all operations in a 150-hectare fruit site, ensuring optimal crop performance and sustainability. This position requires strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to manage diverse orchard tasks. The role offers competitive salary and accommodation on site, along with opportunities for professional development within a progressive business.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Accommodation available

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production (top and/or stone fruit).
• Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent problem-solving ability.
• Sound understanding of machinery and crop husbandry techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage all orchard operations across top and stone fruit production.
• Develop and implement effective crop management programmes.
• Lead, train, and motivate staff to achieve high performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Problem Solving

Crop Management

Education

FACTS and/or BASIS qualifications

Tools

Modern orchard systems

Job description

A leading horticultural company is seeking a Top & Stone Fruit Manager in Kent. You will oversee all operations in a 150-hectare fruit site, ensuring optimal crop performance and sustainability. This position requires strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to manage diverse orchard tasks. The role offers competitive salary and accommodation on site, along with opportunities for professional development within a progressive business.