Farm Services Lead
FRS Recruitment are now inviting applications for the role of 'Farm Services Lead'.
This is a full-time permanent role.
Our Client has been providing necessary skills and services to their customers to support their farms efficiently and successfully across Ireland.
As a Farm Services Lead you will be responsible for the preparation, organisation and oversight of the deliverance of farm services on behalf of the client.
This role will be suited to candidates with an Agri/Business qualification and strong agri background/knowledge.
Based in South Cavan, this role also covers the Meath and Louth regions.
Candidates within those locations are also welcome to apply.
Job Summary
The Farm Services Team Lead will play a crucial role in assisting the Farm Services Manager with the day-to-day operations.
You will coordinate with farm operators, manage equipment and supplies and implement best practices to optimise farm operations.
You will ensure operators are maintaining high standards of productivity and quality.
Your role is essential in maintaining smooth operations and contributing to the overall success and growth of farm services by ensuring excellent customer delivery.
People Management
Manage a team of operators with regular on-site engagement to ensure their performance and development
Promote the referral programme and any other incentives to attract new candidates locally through socials or directly with the team
Support the recruitment process of operators, through to interview and selection of new employees
Build an excellent network of candidates and market their skills and availability to current and potential customers.
Design and monitor reports to measure training compliance.
Ensure regular and planned contact with operators and deliver excellent support service to them through effective communication
Manage holidays to allow for seasonal requirements and engage with HR on any working time issues
Operations
Ensure your team of operators are trained in line with expectations.
Point of contact for any queries on payroll and/or accounts
Work with current customers to train and encourage their engagement on the portal and support them with any queries.
Provide data support as required
Manage booking cycle
Liaise with Clients on safety information
Ensure that all health and safety guidelines are implemented
Fulfil any reporting and other admin requirements
Ensure our operators are compliant with any sustainable farming practices
Business Development
Grow team of operators in line with demand
Identify any other service opportunities
Network through discussion groups and field events opportunities.
Plan quarterly in line with other areas the approach, events and desired outcomes.
The Candidate
Strong communication and customer focused skills
Problem Solver & team player
Enthusiastic open to new ideas and solutions
Able to work on own initiative to reach shared goals
Good IT skills, familiar with day-to-day use of Systems, apps.
Experience
Experience and background in Farming sector or suitably qualified in this area.
Strong PC Skill and understanding of systems, Microsoft office/Excel.
Car owner and full drivers' licence
More experienced candidates considered with a background in sales/supply, may have worked in a related industry and has good transferable skills
To Apply
Click the link in description to upload CV
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