Growing Assistant

Growing Assistant

• Annual Salary: £14 - £16 per hour
• Location: Ross on Wye
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join a leading soft fruit production company as a Growing Assistant. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to producing high-quality raspberries and blueberries. You will play a crucial role in supporting all aspects of production from growing to harvest.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Perform husbandry and growing tasks such as tunnel construction and maintenance, support systems, and assisting with new growing projects.
• Monitor production jobs including growing and harvest processes.
• Manage, train, and monitor the performance of the supervising team and seasonal staff.
• Coordinate the day-to-day logistics of work teams.
• Host training inductions for new employees.
• Monitor health and safety and report any issues.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Step in to cover for the Harvest Assistant when absent.
• During the winter, work regular hours (Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week). During the busy harvest season, expect long hours and weekend work.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with soft fruit growing or harvest is beneficial, but full training will be provided.
• Practically minded with a hands-on approach.
• Strong organisation and planning skills.
• Experience managing groups of people.
• Innovative thinking and a positive approach.
• Passion for working in the Fresh Produce Industry.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of Russian or Bulgarian would be advantageous but is not required.
• Must have the right to work in the UK long term and a full clean driving licence.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Accommodation available for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving industry with a supportive team.

To apply for the Growing Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.