Farm Manager

<p>Farm Manager</p><br>Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.<br><p>A rare opportunity has arisen for a practical and forward-thinking Farm Manager to run a progressive, mixed farming business in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.</p><p>Oversee diverse enterprises to include:</p><ul><li>Hops are a key focus, with continued investment with new picking and drying facilities. The farm is recognised as one of the leading UK growers.</li><li>Cider apple orchards on contracts with well-maintained orchards, modern harvesting and cleaning systems.</li><li>Arable farming with strong emphasis on soil structure.</li><li>50-cow herd of pedigree Herefords plus followers with high health status.</li><li>Beef fattening enterprise</li><li>Christmas trees</li><li>Environmental schemes and renewable energy (solar and biomass)</li></ul><p>The Candidate</p><ul><li>Reporting directly to the owner, working closely with the hop and apple manager, and wider team.</li><li>Requiring strong organisation, leadership, good communication, and attention to detail.</li><li>Proven crop/horticultural management or assistant manager experience.</li><li>Suckler herd experience.</li><li>Interest in horticultural crops (hops and/or top fruit advantageous)</li><li>Hardworking and self-motivated.</li><li>Used to doing budgets and costing.</li><li>Committed to high standards of farming and environmental stewardship.</li></ul><p>Competitive salary, Accommodation provided. xwzovoh </p><p>Apply in writing with CV to:</p><p>Hawkins Farming Ltd, Bosbury, Herefordshire</p><p>You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.</p>