Farm Foreman - Vegetable Enterprise
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 hands-on Farm Foreman looking to join a progressive farming business?
Do you enjoy leading a team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day field operations and machinery work?
Are you looking for a permanent opportunity within a well-invested and expanding enterprise?
Location of the Job: Essex
Accommodation: Available - to be discussed.
Salary & Benefits Package: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience. Permanent, full-time position.
Additional Information:
This role would suit an experienced Farm Foreman with strong machinery skills and some supervisory experience, who enjoys working within a structured, professional farming environment and supporting the delivery of a diverse vegetable cropping programme.
About the Company:
Our client operates a modern, diversified farming enterprise in Essex. The business grows a wide range of vegetable crops alongside combinable arable crops. With continued investment in modern machinery and efficient crop production systems, the business is focused on delivering high-quality produce while maintaining strong operational standards.
Farm Foreman - The Job Role Details:
You will support the Farm Manager in the day-to-day running of the farm, taking responsibility for overseeing field operations and supervising a small team. This is a practical, hands-on role where you will be actively involved in machinery operations while ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and oversee daily crop production activities across the farm.
- Operate a range of modern agricultural machinery including cultivations, drilling, planting and harvesting equipment.
- Supervise and guide a small team, including seasonal staff, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
- Assist with planning and coordinating workloads during busy periods.
- Monitor crop progress and report any issues to the Farm Manager.
- Assist with routine machinery maintenance, fault finding and basic servicing.
- Ensure all activities comply with health & safety and environmental standards.
- Work collaboratively with the wider farm team to deliver the annual cropping programme.
Ideal Candidate Skills & Qualifications:
- You will have / be:
- Proven experience within vegetable or arable crop production.
- Strong machinery operation skills and good mechanical awareness.
- Previous experience supervising or leading a small team.
- Full UK Driving Licence - Essential.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with high standards of work.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working hours during peak periods.
- PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates.
- Experience working within vegetable crop production.
Desirable:
- Telehandler or forklift certification.
Working Hours: Full-time (45 per week). Peak seasonal periods (planting and harvest) will require additional hours.
How to Apply:
Please click on the "apply now" button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.
The Industry (Key Words):
Farm Foreman, Assistant Farm Manager, Senior Farm Worker, Agricultural Machinery Operator, Vegetable Production, Arable Crops, Farm Supervisor, Agriculture Jobs, Essex.
We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Rest assured your application will be handled in complete confidence and your personal details will not be shared with any third party without your 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.
