Assistant Irrigation Manager

Assistant Irrigation Manager - Fresh Produce

This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious grower of fresh produce on the south coast. Managing the upkeep of irrigation systems & ensuring optimum growing conditions at all times, you will play a key role in the success of the crops. If you have knowledge of irrigation systems and the confidence to coordinate a small team, please apply.
Package:

• up to 38k
• Company mobile
• Private Healthcare
• Death in Service
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Main Duties:

• Oversee a small Irrigation team on a daily basis
• Design & implement a robust maintenance programme & ensure immediate maintenance actions are taken
• Watering & feeding of the crops via the automated growing systems (Priva, Netafim)
• Daily monitoring, sampling and record keeping
• Maintaining adequate drainage within the fields & surrounding areas
• Ensuring adequate frost protection measures are delivered when required
• Maintain Irrigation storage areas, containers & feed stations
• Calibrate dosing equipment
  

You:

• Field Irrigation experience with same/similar crop systems
• Experience with Priva or similar systems
• Clean UK/EU Driving Licence
• Excellent communication skills and self motivation
• Flexibility on working hours, including weekends, bank holidays and cover as required

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