Ardleigh, Colchester
£38,000 – £42,000 per annum
Pin Point Recruitment is currently recruiting for 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.
You 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
Salary description
£38000.00 - £42000.00 per year