Senior Growing Assistant (Soft Fruit)

We're hiring an experienced Senior Growing Assistant to join a successful and forward-thinking soft fruit business based in Ardleigh, Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong horticultural and irrigation experience to play a key role within a modern commercial growing operation.

The successful candidate will support the Growing Manager in delivering high-quality Class 1 fruit production through effective irrigation, climate control, crop management, and team support across glasshouse and tunnel operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Crop & Irrigation Management
  • Monitor and manage irrigation and fertigation across all growing sites, with a focus on glasshouse crops
  • Maintain accurate fertiliser and irrigation usage records
  • Operate irrigation software systems including Dream and Talgil
  • Adjust feeding recipes and irrigation strategies in line with crop requirements
  • Support crop trials and report findings to the Growing Manager
  • Maintain high standards of plant health and crop performance
• Climate & Glasshouse Operations
  • Manage climate control systems including heating, venting, and environmental controls
  • Support maintenance and upkeep of glasshouses and associated systems
  • Report maintenance issues and assist in organising repairs and preventative maintenance
• Team Support & Supervision
  • Work collaboratively with the wider growing and operational teams
  • Assist with supervising and training team members
  • Share knowledge and best practices to support business objectives
  • Provide weekend and holiday cover where required

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience within commercial horticulture or soft fruit growing
• Strong understanding of irrigation and fertigation systems
• Experience working with glasshouse climate control systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Supervisory or team leadership experience beneficial
• Full UK driving licence

To apply for this role, please submit your CV to Pin Point Recruitment.