Job Description

Our farm in Brierley comprises of approximately 35 hectares of outdoor polytunnels growing strawberries on tabletops using stat-of-the-art irrigation and monitoring systems and 27 hectares of blueberries. Working within our team means you are an integral part of the company's operations; you play a vital role in executing our vision for the future and setting the tone for other colleagues.
If you are a team player who can fulfill your responsibilities with strong communication skills and attention to detail, we have a fantastic opportunity for a progressive, innovative and experienced farm manager to lead and inspire an operational team within a single site farm with ambition to evolve and expand. This role presents a great opportunity within a large fast paced, progressive organisation, with fantastic career opportunities for personal growth and development.
Farm Manager
Due to the retirement of our long-standing Farm Manager, we are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to oversee the day-to-day running of the strawberry and blueberry production at our Brierley farm in Marden. The Ideal candidate to have FMCG farm management experience having managed a large and diverse work force.
As Farm Manager, you will inspire and direct a dedicated operational team focused on producing high-quality crops that meet the expectations of our customers. Timely and efficient execution of all farm activities is essential, along with maintaining strict adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards. Managing resources effectively and ensuring the continual development of high-performing teams. A strong commercial mindset and the ability to plan, prioritise, and adapt will be vital.
Salary:
Competitive with relocation package for the right candidate.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:

• Proven experience managing operational or farm teams in FMCG or similar environments and scale.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people-management skills.
• Flexibility and good understanding of crop behaviour, growing cycles, and farm operations.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and allocate labour effectively.
• Strong commitment to health & safety and regulatory compliance. A formal qualification is desirable, ie. NEBOSH
• Experience and confidence in managing budgets, resources, and analysing performance data.
• Results-driven, adaptable, and proactive in solving problems.
• Commercially minded with strong analytical and organisational skills.
• Confident using IT systems and data analysis tools
• Strong management skills and experience driving continuous improvement

The role is offered on a permanent, full-time contract. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility and weekend working will be required.
To apply, please email Richard Acton, HR Manager -
S&A Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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