Vegetable Crop Manager - Fife, Scotland
Salary: £45,000 per annum (flexible depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Accommodation: Accommodation provided based on individual/family needs

Discover the beauty of Scotland while growing your career

Nestled on the picturesque east coast of Scotland, Fife offers a perfect blend of stunning countryside, historic towns, and vibrant coastal villages. Imagine living and working in a place where rolling green fields meet rugged shorelines, where fresh sea air invigorates each day, and where a warm rural community welcomes you home. This is your chance to enjoy a fulfilling role in agriculture while embracing the unparalleled quality of life Scotland has to offer.

About the Role

We are seeking a capable and experienced Vegetable Crop Manager to join a well-established and progressive vegetable farm near Crail in Fife. The business cultivates 100 acres of broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage, supported by a seasonal team of up to 25 workers who harvest and maintain crops daily.

You'll play a key role in managing and motivating the harvest team to ensure productivity, crop quality, and health & safety are maintained at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee harvest and field operations from planting through to collection

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Monitor crop health, forecast harvest timings, and make field-based assessments

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Coordinate daily activities and logistics for seasonal workers, including transport and task planning

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Maintain high standards of food safety, environmental care, and staff wellbeing

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Operate tractors when required (10-20% of the time, no spraying involved)

About You

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Proven experience supervising harvest or field operations (essential)

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Confident in assessing crops in the field and forecasting harvest schedules

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Strong communication and leadership skills

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Valid UK driving licence

What We Offer

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Competitive salary, flexible depending on experience

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On-site accommodation options tailored to individual or family needs

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Opportunity to work in a supportive, forward-thinking agricultural business

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Experience life in one of Scotland's most beautiful regions with excellent quality of life