Working Farm Manager - Research Farm

De Lacy Executive; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Working Farm Manager at a progressive research farm committed to sustainable agriculture. You will lead day-to-day operations, manage a diverse team, and collaborate with scientists to influence agricultural practices while enjoying a supportive environment that values new ideas.

Benefits

Subsidised rent accommodation

Generous pension

30 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing day-to-day farm operations.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day arable operations.
• Lead and manage a team of farm workers.
• Coordinate with agronomists and external contractors.

Skills

Arable operations experience

Team leadership

Spraying experience

Flexibility

Job description

A rare opportunity to be at the forefront of agriculture.

We’re working with a progressive research farm that’s playing a key role in shaping a more sustainable future for UK agriculture. This is your chance to work closely with leading scientists, contributing to trials and experiments that directly influence the development of the industry.

We’re looking for an experienced, Working Farm Manager to bridge the gap between the Farm Director and the farm team. You’ll take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the farm – from managing and coordinating staff to operating machinery, liaising with agronomists and suppliers, ordering inputs, and overseeing administrative tasks.

You'll work in close partnership with the Farm Director, with your input highly valued on long-term strategy and improvements to farm operations. As a progressive research farm, they actively welcome new ideas and aren’t afraid to trial different approaches – making this an ideal environment for someone who’s open minded and forward thinking.

Above all else, this role needs someone with strong experience in arable operations who can lead from the front, coordinate the team’s workload, and develop the people around them. You’ll bring the expertise, structure and support needed to keep the farm running smoothly and help the team progress.

The role:

• Manage day to day arable operations
• Lead and manage team of farm workers
• Operate machinery
• Liaise with agronomists, consultants and external contractors
• Work closely with scientists/researchers
• Ordering of inputs and other supplies
• Support, mentor and develop staff
• Work closely with farm director and have significant input on farm strategy
• Light admin – audits, cropping plans, record keeping

About you:

• A desire to support research and development and an interest in supporting the future of farming
• Arable operations experience
• Spraying experience and relevant tickets
• Able to lead and mentor a team of farm workers
• Able to work flexibly in busy periods
• Full UK driving licence

Package:

• Salary based on experience
• Property available on site (Subsidised rent)
• Generous pension
• 30 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

How do I apply?

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Harry Porter on: 01885 485524 (Preferred number) / 07875197231 or e-mail your CV and covering letter To [e-mail]. Thank you.

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