We are looking for an Agricultural Contracting Manager to join the Frontier team, based at Ingham on a permanent, full-time basis.
You will be working across the Eastern region leading the contracting teams in both Norfolk & Lincolnshire which include a team of 12 people and local on-site supervisors.
This is a site and field-based role providing crop protection applications, fertiliser applications, potato fogging, and tuber treatment services.
A major part of the role is delivering operational efficiency, building new business and creating team growth.
You will also create an effective working environment, in line with business culture and values, retaining our first-class reputation of excellence with our customers.You will have a passion for agriculture, ideally with previous experience of farm management, people management and machinery who is looking to join a forward-thinking and industry-leading business.The BenefitsCompetitive salary.25 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase 5 more days.Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career.Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total)Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employeesLife Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7%Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchersAbout YouKnowledge of the arable farming sectorKnowledge of farm machinery and operations.Knowledge of working with budgets and P&LProven leadership and management skillsGood understanding and use of Microsoft programmesExcellent communication skillsBASIS and FACTS qualifications are desirable but not essentialYour RoleAs an Agricultural Contracting Manager your role will involve:Being responsible for the Health & Safety and wellbeing of staff on and off site within the contracting business including equipment, infrastructure, environment and working practicesBeing responsible for the line Management of the contracting teamBeing the link to existing growers utilising Frontier's contracting servicesPromoting new business through relationships with growers, agronomists and product linesLiaising with machinery manufacturersBeing the primary link to other product lines involved in contractingAssisting with the budget processBudget and P&L responsibilityAssisting with procurement of prescribed chemistry and fertilisers