Irrigation Supervisor - Kemsdale farm

EDWARD VINSON LTD
£30,000 - £35,000 a year
Borough of Swale, England
Full time
2 weeks ago

Join the Team at Edward Vinson Ltd

Edward Vinson Ltd has been growing fruit in the South East of England for over 150 years. We’re a proud family-run business operating across three key areas: Breeding, Propagation, and Commercial Field Production.

During our peak season (May to October), we employ around 900 seasonal staff across eight accommodation sites, supporting a thriving operation rooted in innovation, sustainability, and quality produce.


Role description and responsibilities

You will be a hands-on part of the growing team, which is experienced in the management, propagation and fruiting of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. Full training will be provided, and your role will include:

  • Oversee irrigation systems on site with variety of soft fruit crop
  • Manage small team of Irrigation staff
  • Directly report to Site manager
  • Repair and maintenance of irrigation system
  • Implement agreed fertigation strategy
  • Daily checks and crop walking
  • Take ownership of new irrigation projects


Requirements

  • Previous experience needed
  • UK driving licence.

Desirable

  • Soft-fruit experience.
  • Field work experience.
  • Acid Handling
  • First Aid

Job Type: Full-time

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