Production Manager

Morepeople 01780; Dundee; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-run nursery in Scotland seeks a Nursery Foreman/Manager to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure production efficiency. This hands-on role includes overseeing permanent and seasonal staff, with on-site accommodation offered. Ideal candidates will have horticulture experience and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

On-site accommodation with utility coverage only

Flexible, seasonal workload

Opportunity to shape the role

Qualifications

• Experience in horticulture or food/fresh produce production.
• Ability to manage staff and coordinate operations.
• Hands-on presence on site during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, including managing staff and production lines.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing deliveries effectively.
• Ensure smooth operational flow during busy peak periods.

Skills

Staff management

Operations coordination

Team leadership

Education

Forklift licence

C1 licence

PA1/PA6

Job description

Are you an experienced horticulture or food and fresh produce profeessional with a head for operations and management? Set in the beautiful rural surroundings of Perth, this is a fantastic opportunity to take a key role in a long-established, family-run nursery. Our client, who has been operating for over 45 years in the trade, is looking for a Nursery Foreman / Manager to join their close-knit team. You'll be stepping into a hands-on leadership role with on-site accommodation provided, only needing to cover your utilities.

About the role

This is a varied and active role where you'll oversee daily operations across the nursery, from managing seasonal and permanent staff to coordinating production lines and outgoing deliveries. You'll be a key player on-site, ensuring smooth, efficient nursery operations throughout the year.

• Work alongside 4-5 full-time permanent staff who help coordinate and support up to 45 seasonal workers during peak periods (mainly students).

• Oversee production and packaging across 4 main packing groups

• Schedule and manage incoming and outgoing deliveries

• Ensure smooth operational flow and staff supervision across busy periods

• Help maintain a positive, informal, and hard-working team environment

• Be a strong, visible presence on site - especially through peak season (May to late June)

What's in it for you?

• £38,000 salary (negotiable depending on experience)

• Free on-site accommodation (you cover services only, no rent required)

• A genuine opportunity to become part of a long-standing, respected family-run business

• Flexible, seasonal workload - with more hours in peak, quieter winters

• Plenty of autonomy to shape the role and help grow the operation

Ideal Candidate

• Have experience in horticulture or food/fresh produce production
• Be confident managing staff and coordinating operations
• Be hands-on and present on site - especially during peak season
• Hold (or be willing to get) a Forklift licence and a C1 licesne
• PA1/PA6 would be a bonus - but training is available
• Enjoy working in a light-hearted, informal environment with a dedicated team

If this sounds like something that could be of interest to you then please apply or send me your CV to [e-mail]. I am aslo happy to pick this up over the phone on 01780 480530.

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