Crop Manager - Arable & 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 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 Job: Doncaster

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

Additional Information:

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 Company:
Our 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 Details:
You 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

Ideal Candidate Skills & Qualifications
You will have / be:
* 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

Desirable:
* 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)

Working Hours:
* Full-time. Peak periods between June and October may require extended hours.

How to Apply:
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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):
Crop Manager, Crop Production, Fresh Produce, Vegetables, Arable, Organic Farming, Harvest Planning, Field Operations, Agronomy, Sustainable Agriculture, Agriculture Jobs

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.