Grower Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Location:
Chichester
Sector:
Horticulture
Salary:
Negotiable
Contact:
Sarah Want
Job ref:
SW16128
Published:
about 1 month ago
Grower Manager | Horticulture | Chichester
Are you an experienced grower manager looking for a new challenge? If so, we want to hear from you.
About Our Client
Our client is a very successful and long-standing business and is one of the largest producers of ornamentals in the UK. They have an extensive network and are now needing someone to support them in the grower management at one of their sites.
About the Role
The purpose of the role is to oversee the growing of quality products on a large commercial scale, meeting set specifications and input targets whilst managing the processes throughout with a specific focus on quality and wastage management. You will manage the daily tasks and working hours of the growing team including weekend rotas and also, and you will implement and manage a weed control strategy across Wholesale sites, cultural and chemical.
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone with experience in a commercial growing environment, either in ornamentals or edible crops. People management plays a big part in this role, and the business is keen to maximise continuous improvement and welcome new ideas.
How To Apply
If you'd like to know more about this position, then please apply or contact Sarah at 01780 480530 or sarah@morepeople.co.uk
Sarah Want
Team Manager
07522 237515 sarah@morepeople.co.ukCandidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Grower Manager roles across MorePeople's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £71,502 - £90,475 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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