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Posted 5 days ago
Farm Manager - Over Farm, Gloucestershire
R Keene & Sons
📍 Gloucester
Job description
<p><b>Farm Manager - Over Farm, Gloucestershire</b></p> <p>Over Farm is a long-established, family-run business that has evolved into one of the most diverse farming enterprises in the region, combining commercial crop production with retail, events, and visitor attractions. </p> <p>We are now looking for a Farm Manager to take ownership of day-to-day farming operations and play a key role in shaping the future of the farm.</p> <p><b>The Role</b></p> <p>This is a hands-on management role with responsibility for delivering efficient, compliant, and well-organised farming operations across the estate.</p> <p>Key responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Planning and delivering crop production (including fertilising, irrigation, and crop protection)</li> <li>Managing compliance, including spray records, nutrient planning, and assurance requirements</li> <li>Overseeing machinery use, maintenance, and organisation</li> <li>Leading and coordinating a small team and seasonal labour</li> <li>Preparing and maintaining PYO and customer-facing farm areas</li> <li>Supporting grant and subsidy applications</li> <li>Working with the wider business to ensure farming supports both production and the visitor experience</li> </ul> <p><b>What Makes This Role Different</b></p> <ul> <li>Genuine autonomy to run and improve the farming operation</li> <li>A varied environment combining commercial farming with a visitor-facing business</li> <li>Opportunity to influence future cropping plans and reduce reliance on contractors</li> <li>A supportive team and business that invests in development</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><b>About You</b></p> <p>You will:</p> <ul> <li>Have strong practical experience in crop production</li> <li>Be confident managing a small team and seasonal staff</li> <li>Have a solid understanding of agricultural compliance</li> <li>Be organised, proactive, and able to work independently</li> <li>Be comfortable working in a dynamic, mixed-use farming environment</li> </ul> <p>Desirable:</p> <ul> <li>PA1 / PA2 / PA4 (or willingness to obtain)</li> <li>Experience with farm management software</li> <li>Knowledge of environmental schemes</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><b>Package</b></p> <ul> <li>Salary: £36,000-£39,000 depending on experience</li> <li>Development opportunities within a growing and diverse business</li> </ul> <p><b>Apply</b></p> <p>To apply, please submit your CV to </p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?8aIng9JdlNjga%2bJtei6C5Qh" width="0" height="0" />