Assistant Soft Fruit Grower
7 days ago
Colchester
Soft Fruit Grower Assistant Suffolk £28,000-£32,000 A commercial soft fruit business is looking for a hands-on Grower Assistant to support day-to-day crop production across strawberries, raspberries and blueberries grown under glass and polytunnel. This is not a management role . It's a practical position working closely with the Farm Manager, supporting the growing operation and learning the technical side of soft fruit production. The role will involve: Day-to-day crop husbandry and plant care Monitoring crop health and soil moisture Assisting with irrigation and feeding programmes Mixing and applying pest and disease treatments (if qualified) Crop walks, reporting issues and maintaining high standards Weekend work as part of a rota during peak periods What we're looking for: Agricultural or horticultural experience (soft fruit ideal, not essential) Strong attention to detail and a practical mindset Interest in irrigation, pest and disease control and crop performance FACTS / BASIS desirable, but training available Full UK driving licence and Right to Work Next Steps: Apply with your CV below - if it's not fully up to date, that's fine. Sent it to or call me on 01780780530. TPBN1_UKTJ