Job description
Glass House Manager
Glass House Manager – Essex- Competitive Salary + Accommodation
The Job:
An established commercial nursery is seeking a Glass House Manager to lead all aspects of glasshouse crop production across several nursery sites. This is a key operational role with responsibility for producing top-quality plants while ensuring efficiency, hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing plant production across glasshouse facilities
- Working closely with commercial teams to ensure timely procurement of materials
- Planning crop schedules, forecasts, and trial activity
- Maintaining control of pest, disease, and weed management programmes
- Ensuring full compliance with industry standards (e.g., LEAF, Red Tractor)
- Supervising and supporting crop production staff, including holiday and performance management
- Overseeing equipment use and site cleanliness across working areas
- Providing regular operational updates and end-of-season reporting
- Supporting internal training and sharing best practices in glasshouse operations
The Company:
This reputable horticultural business operates across multiple nursery locations and is known for producing consistently high-quality crops for the UK market. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and compliance, the company fosters a collaborative culture and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The Candidate:
- Experience in nursery or glasshouse crop management
- Strong team leadership and communication abilities
- Excellent organisational and forecasting skills
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to hygiene and safety
- Understanding of crop protection and sustainable practices
- Flexibility to contribute to weekend rotas as part of management cove
The Package:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Accommodation provided
- Permanent, full-time role
- Strong potential for professional development and career growth
Please email your CV to Chris Brown, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, CBrown@agriRS.co.uk.
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