New Role: Head Grower / Field Technician Yorkshire £30-35Kpa

Organic Growers Alliance; Denton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Grower/Field Technician for a full-time, on-site role in Denton. This exciting opportunity involves overseeing the cultivation and maintenance of food crops while managing a no-till walled garden and agroforestry system. You will play a crucial role in creating a holistic approach to food production, contributing to the restoration of the estate's landscape, and improving food production sustainably. If you are passionate about organic farming and want to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and organic crop cultivation.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and pest management principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cultivation and maintenance of food crop plants.
• Manage a no-till walled garden and agroforestry system.

Skills

Team Management

Organic Crop Cultivation

Irrigation Systems Knowledge

Soil Moisture Monitoring

Integrated Pest Management

Greenhouse Operations

Accounting and Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture

Bachelor’s degree in Soil Science

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science

Job description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Head Grower/Field Technician. The Head Grower/Field Technician will be responsible for overseeing the cultivation and maintenance of food crop plants, planting and harvesting crops, and irrigating plants as needed. The role comprises managing and restoring a no-till walled garden and growing food crops in the alleys of a large agroforestry system. This is an opportunity to create and manage at scale a holistic approach to food production. This is an on-site role located in Denton (LS29 0HF) to start Early 2024.

Denton Park Estate is committed to re-naturalizing its landscape, sequestering carbon, and improving food production. We see our estate as part of the solution to the challenges our planet is facing in the next decade. We are restoring an estate to create a balance between nature, carbon, and food. Join our team and help make a difference.

Qualifications

1. Experience managing and leading a team.
2. Experience in organic crop cultivation, knowledge of irrigation systems, and operation of farm machinery.
3. Knowledge and experience in monitoring soil moisture, nutrient levels, crop health, and organically managing pests and diseases.
4. Understanding of the principles of integrated pest management.
5. Basic knowledge of greenhouse operations.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-driven and goal-oriented.
7. Some knowledge of accounting and budgeting is desirable.
8. Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Soil Science, or Agricultural Science is desirable but not essential; proven field experience is equally valuable.

Contact me on [e-mail] or 07825811260 if the challenge interests you and you feel confident managing field scale food production.