Growing Assistant

Growing Assistant - Soft Fruit ProductionHerefordshire Permanent Full-time £28,000 - £32,000Do you want to be part of a team that grows tonnes of fresh, delicious fruit enjoyed by people all over the UK?We''re looking for an enthusiastic Growing Assistant to join a leading soft fruit producer. You''ll play a key role in supporting the growing and harvesting of raspberries and blueberries - working with a dedicated team and learning all the ins and outs of large-scale fruit production. This is a brilliant opportunity to build a long-term career in the fresh produce industry.What You''ll Be DoingGetting hands-on with growing jobs: tunnel construction, crop husbandry, maintenance, and new growing projectsSupporting and monitoring crop production from planting to harvestCoordinating day-to-day logistics for seasonal work teamsTraining and guiding supervisors and seasonal staff to deliver high-quality resultsRunning inductions for new employees and keeping everything on track with accurate recordsMonitoring health and safety across operationsStepping in to cover Harvest Assistant duties when neededWhat We''re Looking ForA practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skillsOrganised and able to plan ahead (especially in busy harvest season)Confidence in managing and motivating peopleWillingness to learn and a real passion for fresh produce Experience in fruit growing/harvest would be an advantage (but full training is provided!)A full, clean driving licence and long-term ..... full job details .....