Stafforce Recruitment
Horticultural Assistant
Job Location
East Riding, United Kingdom
Job Description
Horticultural Assistant
Join our client's team as a Horticultural Assistant in a permanent role. We are looking for a passionate and skilled individual to lead the team and manage daily operations of the site. You will pay a key role in supervising the cultivation of products based on production schedules, ensuring the service orders are fulfilled on time while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality for their customers.
Horticultural Assistant Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Operations team
Train new team members
Ensure all growing operations are completed on time and to the highest standards.
Implement climate control and fertigation strategies.
Perform all crop husbandry tasks, including crop walking and scouting for pests and diseases.
Enforce and promote excellent health and safety practices.
Ensure all work complies with FSA and health and safety legislation.
Drive personal development through training and work-based experience.
Assist harvesting supervisors during peak times.
Perform any other duties as required.Horticultural Assistant Key Skills:
Previous experience in a similar role, preferably with soft fruit or other edible horticultural crops.
Highly knowledgeable in crop production with the confidence to make independent decisions.
Passionate about growing delicious food with a positive and proactive approach to work.
Flexible with working hours, including weekends and peak seasons.
Excellent communication and IT skills.
Background in agriculture; a degree in agriculture or horticulture is preferred.
Willingness to work hard and get involved in all aspects of the role.
Genuine desire to build a career in farm management/growing/fresh produce.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and structure work effectively.
Excellent management, communication, negotiating, and influencing skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
Enthusiastic approach with a can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
Sound IT skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Recognise the importance of providing excellent customer service.If you are driven, motivated, and ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the team and contribute to their mission of growing high-quality produce for their customers. If you feel you are suitable for this role, then apply now for immediate consideration.
R48
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group
Location: East Riding, GB
Posted Date: 11/22/2024
Join our client's team as a Horticultural Assistant in a permanent role. We are looking for a passionate and skilled individual to lead the team and manage daily operations of the site. You will pay a key role in supervising the cultivation of products based on production schedules, ensuring the service orders are fulfilled on time while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality for their customers.
Horticultural Assistant Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Operations team
Train new team members
Ensure all growing operations are completed on time and to the highest standards.
Implement climate control and fertigation strategies.
Perform all crop husbandry tasks, including crop walking and scouting for pests and diseases.
Enforce and promote excellent health and safety practices.
Ensure all work complies with FSA and health and safety legislation.
Drive personal development through training and work-based experience.
Assist harvesting supervisors during peak times.
Perform any other duties as required.Horticultural Assistant Key Skills:
Previous experience in a similar role, preferably with soft fruit or other edible horticultural crops.
Highly knowledgeable in crop production with the confidence to make independent decisions.
Passionate about growing delicious food with a positive and proactive approach to work.
Flexible with working hours, including weekends and peak seasons.
Excellent communication and IT skills.
Background in agriculture; a degree in agriculture or horticulture is preferred.
Willingness to work hard and get involved in all aspects of the role.
Genuine desire to build a career in farm management/growing/fresh produce.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and structure work effectively.
Excellent management, communication, negotiating, and influencing skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
Enthusiastic approach with a can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
Sound IT skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
Recognise the importance of providing excellent customer service.If you are driven, motivated, and ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the team and contribute to their mission of growing high-quality produce for their customers. If you feel you are suitable for this role, then apply now for immediate consideration.
R48
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group
Location: East Riding, GB
Posted Date: 11/22/2024
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