Fruit Farm Assistant

Location: Elmstead Market

Job Title:

Fruit Farm Assistant

Location:

Colchester – CO7
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum

Pin Point Recruitment is seeking a motivated, reliable, and hardworking Fruit Farm Assistant to join a progressive and dynamic fruit production business in Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with horticultural experience who is passionate about crop production and eager to develop within a commercial farming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Growing Manager, you will support the day-to-day operations of fruit crop production, including:

* Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of effective growing systems

* Carrying out essential crop husbandry tasks

* Managing and monitoring irrigation systems to ensure optimal crop performance

* Supporting pest and disease monitoring and control

* Assisting with spraying duties (where qualified)

* Supporting the production of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and other crops

* Undertaking additional general farm duties as required

Requirements

* Horticultural experience is essential

* Experience in soft fruit production (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries) is desirable

* Experience with crop irrigation systems

* Full UK driving licence (essential)

* Good communication skills (basic English required)

* Strong attention to detail

* Professional attitude and strong work ethic

* Right to work in the UK

Working Hours & Benefits

* 40–48 hours per week (seasonal flexibility required)

* Overtime available during peak periods

* 28 days holiday (pro-rata)

* On-site accommodation available if required

* Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience

If you have hands-on horticultural experience and are looking for your next opportunity within commercial fruit production, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Pin Point Recruitment