Farm manager jobs in United Kingdom

Business Development Manager Territory: South Yorkshire & Lincolnshire Package: Competitive + Uncapped Commission Benefits: Car / Car Allowance + 22 Days Holiday & Bank Holidays Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 Company Overview We are a well-established food supplier with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products to independent retailers, farm shops, and garden centres. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a driven and personable Field Sales Executive to manage and expand our presence across South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Role Overview You will be responsible for managing an existing portfolio of accounts while actively seeking new business opportunities. This role combines account management, territory development, and new customer acquisition. You'll build strong relationships with clients, increase account spend, and represent our brand with professionalism and enthusiasm. Key Responsibilities Account Management: Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers across the territory. Business Development: Identify and secure new business opportunities with retailers, farm shops, and garden centres. Lead Generation: Proactively source and convert new leads into long-term customers. Sales Meetings: Conduct face-to-face appointments, presentations, and negotiations. Territory Ownership: Take full responsibility for your region, driving growth and customer satisfaction. Travel: Regular travel across South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, with occasional overnight stays. Key Requirements Proven experience in field sales, cold calling, appointment booking, and diary management. Background in B2B sales—experience in food or FMCG sectors is advantageous but not essential. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated and target-driven with a proactive approach. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region. What We Offer Competitive salary (not stated) Uncapped commission structure Company car or car allowance 22 days holiday + bank holidays Supportive team environment and opportunities for career growth INDLEE TPBN1_UKTJ

Role overview Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Level 6 Qualified Setting Manager , a beautiful outdoor based provision, combining a vibrant nursery with an alternative education setting located on an organic smallholding on the edge of Dartmoor. Working Pattern: Monday to Thursdays or Friday 8.30 am - 5 pm, in Devon Local Authority school term time. Location: Sampford Spiney Hourly Rate: from £20 per hour, depending on experience Who we are Our client operates from a wild and rugged garden on an organic farm and wildlife project during term times. They are located in a river valley on the edge of Dartmoor, 4 miles from Tavistock. Although they like to spend much of the time outdoors, they have a number of warm and secure indoor spaces for when the weather calls for cosy indoor learning. Our client places a strong emphasis on being sustainable and ethical in their day to day activities, as well as encouraging children to respect and connect with their natural surroundings. The extraordinary nature accessible to our client is hard to find anywhere in the UK and the children have access to the ancient forests, SSSI land, boulder-strewn river and bluebell meadows that belong to the founders, as well as open moorland and organically farmed animals. Who we are looking for Our client has a strong interest in diverse educational approaches; they are open to old and new, mainstream, alternative, national and international methods of education, to help them offer the best to the children. They are seeking a passionate, experienced leader with a commitment to holistic childcare and education - someone eager to guide and develop their entire operation. The following age ranges are ( 2 - 5) and ( 5 - 8) these are Ofsted-registered and offer funded places for children up to 5. The new Setting Manager will lead and teach alongside two assistants, while their other venture is led by a qualified Primary Teacher. The following ages( 8 - 11) is an classed as an alternative Provision, which is also led by a qualified Primary Teacher. Our client focuses on creative, active and nature-based learning. We are looking for a qualified (Level 6/ QTS) teacher with managerial experience who is fun, enthusiastic and confident, with an interest in outdoor play. The role offers a blend of teaching and leadership - three days each week spent working directly with the children, and one day focused on managing and supporting the wider setting across all groups. The right applicant will be kind, gentle, relaxed and intelligent, whilst also being conscientious, organised and efficient, with good initiative and a natural enjoyment of engaging with children. Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a small, passionate team of four staff, including one completing a Level 3 qualification under your supervision. Ensure the highest standards of care, learning, and safeguarding. Oversee daily operations, curriculum planning, and compliance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements. Modelling excellent practice and supporting staff development through regular in class mentoring. Nature based and indoor lesson planning and preparation Curriculum development across all three groups, ensuring a seamless and consistent approach throughout the setting. Build positive relationships with families, professionals, and the wider community. Liaise with local schools for children who attend on a flexi-school basis. Organise regular celebrations and events with families and the community. Administrating the enrollment process for new children, and session changes for existing children. Resourcing and supplying all groups within a set budget. Manage and claim funding for eligible children through DCC provider portal Work alongside a larger team of staff including the owner, communicating clearly. Undertake other reasonable duties of a similar level as required. Essential Experience & Qualifications Level 6 in Early Years or childcare - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or experience in primary education beneficial Proven experience in a leadership or management role within an early years or primary education setting Experience leading a team, including mentoring or supervising staff Strong understanding of EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and primary curriculum for ages 5 - 8 Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Ofsted requirements, and health & safety in educational settings Current Clear Advanced DBS check Fluent in English Driving with full licence Essential Skills & Attributes Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Confidence in yourself and the ability to perform in the role Good organisational and time-management skills Energy, enthusiasm, stamina, patience, dedication, resilience and self-discipline Initiative, leadership, supervisory skills and team working abilities Imagination, creativity and a sense of humour Good judgement and an analytical mind A satisfactory health record and criminal record check Desirable Experience Experience in alternative education settings Familiarity with nature-based, creative, or holistic learning approaches Knowledge of SEN Experience developing an educational setting Benefits Health & Wellness Package Comprehensive BUPA Wellbeing Package with 24/7 support and access to scheduled counselling sessions Aviva Pension Scheme 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays Cycle to Work Scheme Perkbox Membership Company Events & Team Activities Work in a stunning natural environment with hands-on, nature-based learning opportunities Application Process If you would like to apply for this role, please send us your CV and covering letter. 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Irrigation Team Leader - Fresh Produce Production 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 irrigation professional with a strong technical background and a passion for delivering high-performing crops through precise water and nutrient management? Do you enjoy working hands-on with modern irrigation systems while developing your leadership skills and taking on greater responsibility? Are you looking for a genuine opportunity to step up into a management role within a progressive fresh produce business? Location of the Job: UK - Site-based (location disclosed at interview stage) Salary & Benefits Package: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience Permanent, full-time position 28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus additional leave from Christmas to New Year Accommodation available or relocation package offered (subject to eligibility) Seasonal peak hours during the growing season; overtime and weekend work required Training and professional development supported About the Company: Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking fresh produce business producing high-quality fruit crops for major UK retailers. The business places a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and the efficient use of water and inputs, supported by continued investment in modern irrigation technology and infrastructure. Irrigation Team Leader - The Job Role Details: You will be responsible for the day-to-day management, operation, and optimisation of all irrigation and fertigation systems across the farming operation. Working closely with the Farm Manager and wider management team, you will ensure crops receive precise and timely water and nutrient applications while developing your capability as a people manager and operational leader. This role is suited to an experienced irrigation team leader or an irrigation technician, senior operative, or supervisor who is ready to step up into a first-line management position, combining hands-on technical delivery with increasing responsibility for team leadership, planning, and decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Manage automated and manual irrigation systems including drip systems and sprinklers to meet crop-specific hydration requirements Implement and monitor fertigation programmes including managing Electrical Conductivity (EC) and pH levels Carry out regular inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of pumps, valves, filters, lines, and control systems Conduct daily crop walks and soil moisture assessments, adjusting irrigation schedules based on crop growth stage and climatic conditions Lead, train, and supervise irrigation technicians and general farm workers, producing work plans and schedules and ensuring procedures are followed Maintain accurate records of irrigation activities, water usage, fertigation inputs, and maintenance logs Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and biosecurity requirements, maintaining audit-ready documentation Take ownership of new irrigation projects and work with the wider management team to drive improvements in productivity, crop quality, and sustainability Ideal Candidate Skills & Experience: Proven experience working with irrigation systems, ideally within soft and/or stone fruit production Experience using Priva irrigation systems Highly organised with strong attention to detail Strong communication and leadership skills, including working with multilingual teams Motivated to develop management and people leadership capability Passionate about agriculture, innovation, and operational excellence Flexible to work weekends and extended hours during peak growing periods Positive, proactive, eager to learn, with a clear desire to progress Competent using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Desirable: PA1, PA2a, PA3a, PA6 certificates Experience using Muddy Boots Farm Management Software Working Hours: Full-time, with extended hours required during peak periods of the growing season How to Apply: Please click on the 'apply now' button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role. The Industry (Key Words): Irrigation Team Leader, Irrigation Supervisor, Irrigation Manager, Fresh Produce, Soft Fruit, Stone Fruit, Fertigation, Priva Systems, Horticulture, Sustainable Agriculture, Agriculture Jobs We thank all applicants who apply for this role; however, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. All applications will be handled in strict confidence and personal details will not be shared without prior consent. About Us Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide expert recruitment, headhunting, and job advertising services across agriculture, horticulture, food and fresh produce, veterinary, animal health, agrochemicals, machinery, technical and engineering, and specialist education sectors across the UK and internationally. 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We are seeking a Field Team Manager to join us on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. In this pivotal leadership role, you will lead and oversee the delivery of agricultural audits across our UK and Ireland Agriculture Team. You will ensure audits are delivered on time, to the highest quality standards, and in line with customer expectations, supported by agreed KPIs and SLAs. The role also includes line management of Regional Team Leaders, with geographical responsibilities evolving in line with business needs that you will help identify and shape. ABOUT YOU We are seeking a candidate with a background in agriculture or a related industry who brings strong practical knowledge and hands-on farming experience. This role is ideally suited to someone who understands modern farming practices, agricultural standards. You will be comfortable working in a field-based environment, engaging with farmers and stakeholders, and applying your practical experience to support high-quality outcomes and customer expectations. Required skills and experience: Formal qualification preferred Approved Red Tractor and ancillary schemes academy training and successful outcomes preferred Agricultural and/or Allied Industry experience Experience in the agriculture assurance sector is essential Approved witness assessor experience is desirable Practical farm experience Experience in delivering training Good IT literacy skills ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking a Field Team Manager to oversee the delivery of all agricultural audits in the UK and Ireland Agriculture Team and ensure they are delivered on time to the right quality whilst meeting customer expectations using designated KPIs and SLAs. You will be responsible for the line management of regional Team Leaders (Note the geographical area will alter from time to time in line with business requirements, which you will identify) Key activities: To handle general assessor enquiries impacting all assessors, escalating to the Director of Agriculture as appropriate To keep the Director of Agriculture informed of local operational and or team issues in a timely manner and to ensure that KPIs are maintained To be responsible for the effective utilisation of the team's resources, working closely with the team leaders to ensure of assessor team activities to enable effective allocations of audits. Ensure that allocations incur reasonable indirect costs and effective completion To lead and coordinate the field Team Leaders in recruitment and upskilling, working with team leaders to select correct new headcounts for the roles available and work with HR to get contracts/agreements drawn up in a timely manner, coordinate induction days, coordinate shadows, witnesses and sign offs in line with standard owner protocols To work with field Team Leaders to ensure all relevant documentation is drawn together for sign off and upskilling packs and routine witnesses in line with accreditation requirements Ensure that the audit delivery schedule is adhered to and in line with the appropriate standard in accordance with, client specification and relevant Codes of Practice and create/manage customer relationships in relation to delivery Gather, collate and explain relevant information about the audit team and financial projections, as required by the UK Business Assurance management team for reporting, customer related and budget purposes Approve and verify invoices for subcontractors and zero-hour timesheets, along with managing POs and receipting of assessor and accreditation invoices Coordinate the completion of the assessor team score card system with the field Team Leaders Proactively identify any gaps in resources required to deliver audits within agreed Client SLAs Work on Intertek SAI Global procedures and associated documentation, plan, arrange and undertake detailed evaluations of premises, procedures and practices against pre-determined standards Opportunity to assist in certification duties, where time permits, in addition to core duties Help coordinate and organise the training needs and activities for the field team as required and deemed necessary with the relevant certification managers, and working with technical management to keep alignment across the team The role includes being part of a dynamic and active team, dedicated to providing a top-quality service to British Farmers, Customers and our Standard Owners WHAT WE OFFER Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world. Competitive salary/benefits Development and career opportunities around the Globe Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin. Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies. TPBN1_UKTJ

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To manage the operation of the historic Home Farm as part of Temple Newsam Estate. To undertake the operational management of Home Farm livestock and land for fodder production in a manner sympathetic to the heritage site. To support the work of the Further Education learning opportunities on site (

Food Hall Manager | Garden Centre | Isle of Wight Salary: DOE Are you passionate about great food and excited by the idea of leading and developing thriving retail environments? If you're a strong leader with a customer-first approach, we'd love to hear from you! About the Business Join a highly respected, forward-thinking garden centre group known for quality, community, and exceptional service. Their bustling food halls are packed with fresh, artisanal and locally sourced products. With exciting plans to grow and further develop the food hall offering, it's a brilliant time to come on board and make a real impact. About the Role As the Food Hall Manager, you'll take ownership of the farm shop. You'll lead from the front-driving high standards of product quality, customer service and retail presentation. Alongside day-to-day management, you'll play a key role in the strategic development and future growth of the food hall department, helping shape new ranges, improve processes and elevate the overall customer experience. About You You'll bring experience from food retail or a comparable retail environment, with proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire, coach and develop a team. You'll be confident managing multiple priorities, passionate about delivering an exceptional food-led retail experience and excited by the opportunity to contribute to the growth and evolution of the food hall. How to Apply If you're ready to take on a rewarding role with real scope to influence and grow, apply today. An immediate start is available-don't miss out! For a confidential chat, contact Michail at or 01780 480530. TPBN1_UKTJ

Poultry Farm Manager (Rearing) - Wiltshire/Somerset border - £45,000 + Accommodation allowance.An established family run poultry business is looking for a Poultry Farm Manager (Rearing) to manage two pullet rearing sites as part of its ongoing growth programme.The sites have recently received inves

Fresh Produce Technologist / Technical Manager Where quality meets innovation and great produce starts its journey to the shelf. Do you love fresh produce, field walks, crop trials, supplier relationships, and being right at the heart of where great food begins? We are looking for a Fresh Produce Technologist to champion quality from field to fork, partner with world-class growers, and help deliver the freshest, most sustainable produce to their customers. In this role you'll work across growers, packhouses, retailers, and internal teams - making sure every product lives up to the standards their customers expect. You'll be a problem-solver, an innovator, a quality guardian and a key ambassador for the business. What You'll Be Doing Working closely with growers and packers to drive top-tier quality and continuous improvement Acting as a go-to contact for customers and maintaining strong relationships across the supply chain Championing our Human Rights commitments and ensuring safe, ethical working environments Supporting R&D, innovation, and sustainability projects that move the industry forward Ensuring growers and packhouses uphold gold-standard technical and sustainability practices Conducting supplier audits, quality visits, and due diligence checks Monitoring product integrity, food safety KPIs, ethical accreditations, pesticide testing, and more Benchmarking products and driving improvements in shelf life, quality, and consistency Delivering crop reports, PIR reviews, grower scorecards, and seasonal insights Hosting retail buyers/technologists on farm - showcasing crop quality and big-picture trends Leading crop trials, NPD concepts, and first-to-market opportunities Driving sustainability initiatives including Net Zero, packaging reduction, and ICM practices Staying ahead of industry trends to keep our customers in the know Who We're Looking For Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) ideally Solid understanding of HACCP, Food Safety, BRC Strong knowledge of UK retailers & trends Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills Commercially aware and analytical Confident problem-solver and proactive team player Skilled in Microsoft Office & report writing Fresh produce knowledge You'll be part of a forward-thinking technical team, hands-on with crops, growers, innovation, and sustainability - shaping the future of fresh produce for a major UK retailer base. If you're passionate about produce, energised by technical problem-solving, and excited by the chance to innovate from seed to shelf this role is calling your name, don't hesitate to get in touch with Luan Harrison for further information TPBN1_UKTJ

Maintenance Engineer - North Yorkshire - Up to £42,000 About the company Our client is a global leader in environmental, animal, and human health solutions, they provide nutritional solutions and technical expertise to producers in the farm, feed, and food industries across the UK. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this day-shift position plays a key role in providing engineering support to our production team, ensuring our manufacturing operations run smoothly and efficiently and the repair of all plant equipment. Maintenance Engineer - The Details Salary - £42,000 4 x 10-hour shifts Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Maintenance Engineer - Requirements A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical and electrical engineering. Time-served qualification and minimum 2 years' experience in a maintenance engineering role. Strong working knowledge of pneumatic and electrical control systems. Experience with product transfer systems (elevators, drag-chain, auger feed systems). Skilled in troubleshooting and fault-finding. Experience in a production or manufacturing environment. Mechanically biased background preferred. Maintenance Engineer - Responsibilities Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems. Perform planned, preventative, and corrective maintenance tasks in line with maintenance systems. Investigate and resolve mechanical and electrical issues, conducting root cause analyses. Provide technical support for production and quality processes. Maintain accurate shift records and documentation. Deliver detailed breakdown reports and recommend corrective actions. Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and standards. About Us Detail2Recruitment acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications. For information on how we use your personal information, please refer to detail2recruitment privacy policy TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading horticultural company is seeking a Top & Stone Fruit Manager in Kent.

Assistant Depot Manager Hours & Days: Monday to Friday 7.Unit 9 Enterprise Trade Centre, Roman Farm Road, Bristol, BS4 1UN Position Type : Full-time Benefits & Package Details 33 days holiday (inc BH) with the ability to purchase more! Achievement Bonus Based on departments % of overall contribution

Top & Stone Fruit Manager – Kent - Competitive Salary + Accommodation Available. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Top & Stone Fruit Manager to lead operations on a 150-hectare fruit site in Kent. Manage all orchard operations across top and stone fruit production

A leading agricultural recruitment agency seeking a Poultry Farm Manager to oversee operations at two pullet rearing sites.Key responsibilities include ensuring welfare and biosecurity standards, managing flock health, and leading staff development.The ideal candidate will have proven experience in