Orchard Construction Assistant Manager

Orchard Construction Assistant Manager Location: Manningtree, Essex Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Orchard Construction Assistant Manager to join a successful agricultural business based near Manningtree. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in outdoor operations, agriculture, construction, or team leadership who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will support the management of seasonal tunnel construction and maintenance, ensuring crops are protected and operations are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Key Responsibilities Operational Delivery Assist in planning, building, and maintaining polytunnel structures ahead of the harvesting season. Organise seasonal replacement and maintenance of tunnel covers in line with weather conditions. Coordinate day-to-day field operations to ensure work is completed efficiently. Monitor weather conditions and respond proactively to minimise damage and downtime. Maintenance and Quality Carry out and oversee repairs to tunnel structures. Ensure tunnels are maintained to a high standard to support crop quality and production. Identify maintenance requirements and prioritise repairs effectively. Team Leadership Support, supervise, and motivate the tunnel team to achieve daily targets. Communicate work plans clearly and provide guidance where required. Report operational issues promptly ..... full job details .....