Tree Production Manager
Location: Worcestershire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time, flexibility required during peak seasons
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Tree Production Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of our container production department.
This is a varied and hands-on management role, leading a team while overseeing crop production, irrigation, potting operations, stock management, crop health, and future production planning. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring production targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and develop the Container Unit team.
- Manage irrigation systems, programmes, and water resources.
- Plan and coordinate potting schedules and production activities.
- Monitor crop health and liaise with agronomists and Pest & Disease specialists.
- Oversee stock, quality standards, and production materials.
- Manage growing media requirements and supplier relationships.
- Plan space utilisation and future production requirements.
- Drive efficiency improvements, trials, and innovation within the department.
- Use stock, sales, and computer systems to support planning and reporting.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in horticulture, nursery production, or a similar management role.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent plant knowledge and understanding of container-grown production.
- Good organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with irrigation systems and crop management.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and other computer systems.
- A proactive, motivated approach with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
- Flexibility and willingness to learn and develop.
What We Offer
- A key leadership role within a successful and growing business.
- The opportunity to influence future production planning and development.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are passionate about horticulture, enjoy leading teams, and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you
Pay: £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
