Stone Fruit Specialist – Regenerative Farm Development – Essex - £50,000 + Bonus

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment firm is seeking a Stone Fruit Specialist for a large-scale regenerative farm in Essex. You will be responsible for designing a comprehensive farm plan, implementing sustainable practices, and managing a team. Ideal candidates will have experience in stone fruit and vineyard management, with a passion for regenerative agriculture. The role offers a salary of £50,000 plus performance bonuses, along with accommodation options.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Accommodation available

Unique leadership opportunity

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stone fruit orchard management and vineyard establishment.
• Strong expertise in regenerative agriculture and farm design.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and deliver large-scale horticultural projects.
• Hands-on leadership experience managing farm teams and contractors.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and management of a large-scale regenerative fruit and vine farm.
• Design and execute a comprehensive farm plan comprising various hectares of fruits.
• Implement regenerative farming principles focused on soil health and biodiversity.

Skills

Stone fruit orchard management

Vineyard establishment

Regenerative agriculture

Project management

Sustainability

Job description

Stone Fruit Specialist - Regenerative Farm Development – Essex - £50,000 + Bonus

The Job:
An exceptional opportunity to lead the planning, development, and management of a large-scale regenerative fruit and vine farm in Essex.
You will be responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive farm plan comprising approximately:
- 50 hectares of cherries
- 50 hectares of plums
- 10 hectares of cider apples
- 40 hectares of vineyards

This role requires strategic oversight of orchard and vineyard establishment, implementing regenerative farming principles focused on soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable production. You will manage the build phase through to full operational status, leading a team and coordinating all farm activities.

The Company:
Our client is an ambitious regenerative agriculture venture committed to pioneering sustainable fruit and wine production in Essex. By combining traditional knowledge with modern ecological methods, they aim to create a commercially viable and environmentally restorative enterprise.

The Candidate:
- Proven experience in stone fruit orchard management and vineyard establishment
- Strong expertise in regenerative agriculture and farm design
- Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and deliver large-scale horticultural projects
- Practical knowledge of cherries, plums, cider apples, and vine production techniques
- Hands-on leadership experience managing farm teams and contractors
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Passionate about sustainability and innovation in farming
- Full UK driving licence

The Package:
- Salary: £50,000+ DOE
- Bonuses available based on performance
- Accommodation available
- Unique opportunity to lead a flagship regenerative horticulture project

Please email your CV to Claire Morgan Global Recruitment Managing Director, [e-mail].

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