A rare opportunity has arisen to join the Velcourt team as farm manager on this exceptional 2,400 hectare arable farm, growing a range of combinable crops, sugar beet, vining peas, forage maize and environmental crops. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the farm business including developing and implementing operational plans, all aspects of crop production and agronomy, financial management including budgets and forecasts, reporting to and liaising with the farm owners, and integration with the wider estate activities. Full support from the wider Velcourt management team will be given.Essential requirements: - Excellent team leadership and people management skills
- Strong experience of managing a large scale unit
- Budget management and familiar with excel budgets/accounts/Omnia software
- A track record of consistently high achievement and attention to detail
- BASIS and FACTS qualified (preferred)
- Full driving licence
You will need to demonstrate a high degree of commercial awareness and an appreciation of the challenges and opportunities that present themselves to a farming business such as this. You will be expected to contribute to the short-term and long-term strategic plan of the business and ensure that these are delivered. You will be responsible for developing strong working relationships with key stakeholders and mentoring the farm team.As a manager within Velcourt, you will receive on-going personal development, training and support as necessary. A competitive salary and benefits package is provided, and a house is available if required.Applications and CVs should be sent in strict confidence to .For further information about the position, please contact Ian Smith, Farms Director, on 07810 435887.You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.Share this jobApply for FARM MANAGERAlready uploaded your CV? to apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileSave my CV for future job applications and share with recruiters to headhunt me for new rolesSend my CV for a free review withAdd a cover message requiredPersonal Summary required{{ maxLength }} characters remainingWhat sectors do you have experience working in? requiredAcademic & EducationAnimal Health & NutritionArable & AgronomyCrop Science & NutritionDairyEngineeringEnvironment & EcologyEquestrianFarm Work & ManagementFood & Fresh ProduceGenetics & BreedingHorticulture, Forestry & WoodlandFinancial & Accountancy ServicesLivestockMachineryPoultryProperty, Land & Estates ManagementSales & MarketingSoftware & Precision TechnologyTechnicalTrading & PurchasingAre you eligible to work in the UK? requiredDo you have a full UK driving licence? requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become available Your communication preferencesWe would like to keep you up-to-date with what's happening at Farmers Weekly and tell you about our latest products and other services. Based on your choices below, we'll send you emails we think you'll be interested in, including selected articles and reminders about forthcoming events.I want to receive SMS and/or email marketing communications from Farmers Weekly.When you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on Farmers Weekly Jobs you agree to our and . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time. Farmers Weekly is a tradename of . By registering your details, you understand that your personal data will be handled according to our .Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.Similar jobs
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