Vegetable Crop Manager
Posted 10 hours 1 minute ago by Menter a Busnes
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK.
Are you an experienced and driven crop production professional with a passion for sustainable farming systems? Do you thrive taking ownership of cropping programmes, leading field teams, and delivering high-quality fresh produce? Are you looking to progress your career within a progressive farming business?
Location of the JobDoncaster
Salary & Benefits Package- Up to £50K plus accommodation allowance and company vehicle
- Permanent, full-time position
- Seasonal peak June-October; additional hours as required
- Professional training and development supported
This role would suit an experienced Crop Manager, Assistant Farm Manager, or Senior Farm Supervisor with a strong background in fresh produce or arable systems, people management, and modern field operations.
About the CompanyOur client is a leading UK farming business producing high-quality organic and conventional cereals and vegetables for major retailers and wholesalers. The enterprise is committed to sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and meeting strict organic, environmental, and customer standards. Continued investment supports innovation, compliance, and long-term resilience.
Crop Manager - The Job Role DetailsYou will take responsibility for the planning, coordination, and delivery of crop production activities across the farming operation. Working closely with senior management, agronomists, and compliance teams, you will lead cropping programmes from planning and establishment through to harvest, ensuring optimum yield, quality, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the development and implementation of annual cropping plans including rotations, field selection, planting schedules, and variety selection
- Take full responsibility for crop establishment, growth monitoring, and yield optimisation
- Monitor plant health, soil conditions, pests, and diseases, ensuring timely and effective intervention
- Oversee irrigation, nutrient management, planting, mechanical weeding, and field operations
- Coordinate harvest scheduling to meet production targets and customer specifications
- Conduct regular crop walking, yield forecasting, and pre-harvest quality assessments
- Manage and lead permanent and seasonal field teams
- Plan labour requirements in line with seasonal demand
- Maintain accurate field records, crop diaries, spray records, and harvest data
- Ensure compliance with organic, environmental, and customer audit standards
- Contribute to risk assessments, SOP development, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure all operations comply with health, safety, and environmental legislation
- Strong background in crop production, ideally within brassicas or fresh produce
- Proven experience managing cropping programmes and field operations
- Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate teams effectively
- Well organised with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Competent with farm machinery, field operations, and modern agricultural technologies
- Strong communicator, including working effectively with non-English speaking teams
- Full UK driving licence
- Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification.
- PA1/PA2 or relevant operator certificates
- Knowledge of organic farming systems, IPM, and soil health principles
- Experience with harvest planning and fresh produce supply chains
- BASIS or FACTS qualifications (or willingness to work towards them)
- Full-time. Peak periods between June and October may require extended hours.
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Additional RequirementsApplicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the job.