Nursery Production Manager

Nursery Production Manager

The successful candidate will work closely with the Nursery Manager, Greenhouse Manager, and Operations Manager to align staff resources with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a workforce of approximately 200–250 staff members.
• Plan and allocate staff for daily and weekly tasks based on schedules provided by Nursery Managers.
• Ensure sufficient staffing levels through recruitment and resource planning.
• Track and manage staff productivity, implementing systems to monitor individual and team performance.

• Develop and implement a central planning document where managers can log tasks 1–2 weeks in advance to forecast labour needs.
• Ensure all tasks are completed on time and according to quality specifications.

• Enforce workplace health and safety standards through regular checks and training initiatives.
• Manage disciplinary processes and resolve staff disputes in collaboration with HR.
• Promote employee well-being and maintain a positive, productive work environment.

• Develop and implement strategies to optimise operational efficiency.
• Set benchmarks for task completion and introduce incentives for high performance.
• Continuously review processes to identify and implement improvements.

• Maintain clear and open communication with managers and technicians.
• Provide regular updates on task progress, staffing challenges, and productivity outcomes.

• Design and implement training programmes for supervisors and production staff, covering work standards, quality, health & safety, and SOP adherence.
• Monitor competency levels and provide retraining where required.

• Mentor, coach, and develop production supervisors to strengthen leadership, discipline, and communication skills.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a production, operations, or nursery management role, preferably within agriculture, horticulture, nursery, or greenhouse operations.
• Proven experience managing large teams in a high-volume operational environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop supervisors and staff.
• Experience in workforce planning, productivity management, and operational scheduling.
• Sound understanding of health & safety regulations and disciplinary procedures.
• Ability to implement systems and processes to improve operational efficiency and productivity.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Experience developing and implementing staff training programmes and SOP adherence initiatives.
• Highly organised with strong administrative and reporting capabilities.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational planning tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Relevant qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Operations Management, Production Management, or a related field would be advantageous.