Working Farm Manager (Job Ref. 108)

Sentry; Claydon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation on the farm

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A leading farming management organization seeks a motivated Working Farm Manager for a 325-hectare business in Claydon. The ideal candidate will lead daily farming operations, manage staff, and implement environmental plans while ensuring compliance and efficient management of resources. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development, and accommodation on the farm.

Qualifications

• Strength in managing and leading staff in farming operations.
• Experience in budgeting and cost control.
• Ability to oversee farming machinery and environmental plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day farming operations on the arable business.
• Implement crop planning and environmental stewardship.
• Oversee all machinery maintenance and compliance.

Skills

Strong practical background

Proven arable farming and management experience

Strong organisational and communication skills

Hands-on approach

Financial awareness

Proficient in Omnia and Microsoft Office

Full UK driving licence

Education

BASIS and FACTS qualifications

Tools

Omnia

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Direct message the job poster from Sentry

As Sentry continues to expand its portfolio of managed farms across the UK, we are seeking a motivated, progressive Working Farm Manager to take responsibility for a 325-hectare arable business in Norfolk.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of one of the UK’s leading farming management organisations — supporting clients to achieve long-term success through professional management, technical innovation, and operational excellence.

About the Role

We are looking for a practical, commercially minded Farm Manager to lead all day-to-day farming operations on a well-invested, high-performing arable enterprise.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing cropping and environmental plans, managing staff and contractors, overseeing machinery and inputs, and ensuring the smooth running of the farm throughout the year.

You will be fully supported by Sentry’s wider management, procurement, and business teams, giving you access to expertise, benchmarking data, and professional development opportunities across our national network.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day operational management and carrying out the field operations of the arable business.
• Crop planning, establishment, and management across wheat, barley, oilseed rape, sugar beet, and peas.
• Environmental stewardship delivery, including SFI and other schemes.
• Management of on farm, contract and seasonal staff.
• Budgeting, cost control, and performance monitoring using Omnia.
• Maintenance of machinery, equipment, and fixed assets.
• Compliance with assurance schemes and all relevant legislation.
• Reporting and collaboration with Sentry’s management and business support teams.

About You

• Strong practical background
• Proven arable farming and management experience.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
• Financial awareness and understanding of modern farm business management.
• Proficient in Omnia and Microsoft Office (training provided if required).
• BASIS and FACTS qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Accommodation available on the farm.
• Ongoing professional development through Sentry’s internal management network.
• The opportunity to play a key role in a business backed by the scale and resources of Sentry’s nationwide operation.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Farming

Location

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom