New Role: Head Grower / Field Technician Yorkshire £30-35Kpa

This is a full-time on-site role for a Head Grower/Field Technician. The Head Grower/Field Technician will be responsible for overseeing the cultivation and maintenance of food crop plants, planting and harvesting crops, and irrigating plants as needed. The role comprises managing and restoring a no-till walled garden and growing food crops in the alleys of a large agroforestry system. This is an opportunity to create and manage at scale a holistic approach to food production. This is an on-site role located in Denton (LS29 0HF) to start Early 2024.

Denton Park Estate is committed to re-naturalizing its landscape, sequestering carbon, and improving food production. We see our estate as part of the solution to the challenges our planet is facing in the next decade. We are restoring an estate to create a balance between nature, carbon, and food. Join our team and help make a difference.

Qualifications

1. Experience managing and leading a team.
2. Experience in organic crop cultivation, knowledge of irrigation systems, and operation of farm machinery.
3. Knowledge and experience in monitoring soil moisture, nutrient levels, crop health, and organically managing pests and diseases.
4. Understanding of the principles of integrated pest management.
5. Basic knowledge of greenhouse operations.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-driven and goal-oriented.
7. Some knowledge of accounting and budgeting is desirable.
8. Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Soil Science, or Agricultural Science is desirable but not essential; proven field experience is equally valuable.

Contact me on bernie@dentonparkestate.co.uk or 07825811260 if the challenge interests you and you feel confident managing field scale food production.