- Grower with expertise in Strawberries required, along with a more junior Assistant Grower (strawberries knowledge a bonus but not essential).
- Strongly backed Vertical Farming start-up with a long term plan…
KEY SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- 3-5 years’ relevant experience in Growing and Horticulture for the Grower, 1-2 years for the Assistant.
- Expertise in Strawberry growing a must-have for the more experienced Grower.
- Your experience could be in commercial growing or academia / research – we are open minded!
- Knowledge in safe application of chemicals such as fertilisers, herbicides, etc – essential for the Grower.
- Exposure to Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) a bonus but not essential.
- Forward thinking and open to embracing new innovations.
OVERVIEW:
A Vertical Farming business with a difference. This start-up is backed by a much longer organisation, has a domain expert at the helm, and a clear vision when it comes to aspects such as renewable energy accessibility and commercialisation.
Currently focused on developing a proof of concept Vertical Farming growing space, they have plans in place to move into a much larger commercial facility next year.
They are now looking to expand their growing capabilities with the hire of a Grower with expertise in strawberries, and an Assistant Grower. The roles comes with a possible career track to senior / lead / head grower when they move into a larger facility.
The Grower role could be an ideal fit for somebody who feels like they still have plenty of scope for learning and progression… while at the same time already possessing a strong bank (3-5+ years) of relevant growing experience. The Assistant Grower post offers somebody the potential to forge a Grower career in industry, while being at the forefront of innovation.
CEA / Vertical Farming experience would be treated as a bonus but is not essential, and would be secondary to personal traits such as a desire to progress, and an innovative mindset!