Nursery Manager

Tree Nursery ManagerChichesterWhat to be part of something with exciting growth plans?Love running a horticulture nursery and seeing great plants leave your site?Ready to take ownership of a container-grown tree operation and make it your own?This is a rare opportunity to lead the day-to-day running of a busy, growing tree nursery. You''ll have real influence over crop quality, production planning and team performance, while working closely with sales, dispatch, and technical colleagues to deliver for both retail and wholesale customers.What''s in it for you?A senior, hands-on nursery management roleCompetitive salary, based on experience.Long-term, permanent positionThe chance to shape horticulture crop plans, processes, and product range.Support from a collaborative, experienced team.The RoleYou''ll be responsible for the container-grown tree unit, covering both ornamental and fruit trees. From sourcing through to finished product, you''ll make sure crops are healthy, well planned and delivered on time.You''ll work closely with Despatch, Procurement, Sales, and technical teams, and you''ll be involved in customer visits, audits, open days, and partner engagement.Day-to-day, you''ll be:Taking responsibility for all container-grown tree production and cultural activitiesPlanning and overseeing potting, irrigation, feeding, pruning and crop scheduling.Building and maintaining crop plans, forecasts, and stock recordsDeveloping clear production programmes for each product ..... full job details .....