Soft Fruit Grower – Strawberries & Raspberries (Accommodation)

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Perth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cottage accommodation

Permanent, full-time position

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd seeks a Soft Fruit Grower for a Perthshire-based operation specialising in strawberries and raspberries. The role involves hands-on crop work, irrigation, plant health and harvest preparation within a supportive team.

Ideal candidates have horticultural experience or relevant qualifications, a practical approach, and can work flexible hours during peak seasons. Accommodation is provided; permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent relevant to the role.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Experience in commercial horticulture or soft fruit production.
• Interest in strawberry and raspberry growing.
• Willingness to work longer hours during peak periods.
• Experience with protected cropping or tunnel growing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support management of strawberry and raspberry crops, monitor growth and performance.
• Assist irrigation, fertigation and crop nutrition programmes.
• Monitor for pests, diseases and crop quality issues, reporting concerns.
• Assist with crop establishment, plant maintenance and seasonal growing activities.
• Monitor growing conditions and help implement crop management plans.
• Support harvest preparation and maintain high standards of fruit quality.
• Keep accurate crop records and contribute ideas to improve yields and production efficiency.

Skills

Horticultural experience

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Organised

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd seeks a Soft Fruit Grower for a Perthshire-based operation specialising in strawberries and raspberries. The role involves hands-on crop work, irrigation, plant health and harvest preparation within a supportive team.

Ideal candidates have horticultural experience or relevant qualifications, a practical approach, and can work flexible hours during peak seasons. Accommodation is provided; permanent, full-time position.