Head of Growing - Soft Fruit - Leominster - £65,000

Head of Growing
Head of Growing - Soft Fruit - Leominster - £65,000

Head of Growing - Soft Fruit, based in Leominster. The successful candidate will take ownership of crop production, leading a growing team to deliver high-quality, high-yielding strawberry crops that meet leading supermarket standards. Responsibilities include overseeing the full growing cycle from plant delivery through to harvest, managing crop plans, developing team performance, implementing biological crop protection programmes, and ensuring compliance with company and statutory requirements.

A market leading soft fruit business with a strong reputation for innovation and quality. This progressive horticultural company is known for its high standards, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to developing its people and operations.

• Proven experience in protected soft fruit growing, with strong operational and commercial focus
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple production areas
• Experienced leader with excellent communication and people management skills
• Capable of building positive, productive cross-departmental relationships
• FACTS and BASIS certifications -PA1, PA2, PA6a, and PA6b

• Salary £55,000 - £36,000 DOE
• Permanent, full-time role with leadership responsibilities
• Opportunity to join a highly respected and innovative horticultural business

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, .

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