Crop Protection Supervisor
?? Location: West Sussex
? Full-time, 39+ hours per week (includes overtime and occasional weekend rota)
Do you have a green thumb and a knack for keeping plants thriving? Our client, part of a larger group of nurseries, grow over 3 million pots annually for garden centres and retailers across the UK-and they’re on the lookout for a Crop Protection Supervisor to join the team.
What you’ll do:
*Take the lead on crop protection activities across all sites.
*Plan, monitor, and oversee the use of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies.
*Work closely with stock control, production, and despatch teams to keep everything running smoothly.
*Help develop a flexible, capable team with strong cover for absences.
*Collaborate with other nurseries in the group when needed.
You’ll play a vital role in safeguarding the health and quality of our crops while keeping things efficient and well-coordinated.
What we’re looking for:
*Experience in horticulture (PA1 and PA6 are must-haves).
*Top-notch numeracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills.
*Leadership abilities and excellent communication skills.
*Flexibility for out-of-hours work and weekend duties.
Why join us?
*Be part of a thriving, well-established nursery.
*Work in a supportive environment where your skills will make a real impact.
*Enjoy a varied, hands-on role with plenty of growth opportunities.
Sound like your kind of challenge? Get in touch and let’s grow together! �?