Agronomy Manager – Soft Fruit - Co. Dublin, Ireland - €75,000 - €90,000 + Vehicle + Benefits


Company:	Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Salary:	£75,000 - £90,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	County Dublin, K67
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

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Summary

Agronomy Manager

The Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Agronomy Manager to lead the agronomy function within a large-scale commercial soft fruit business. This senior leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing agronomic strategies that maximise crop performance, fruit quality and profitability across multiple production sites. Working closely with growers, production teams and commercial stakeholders, you will drive continuous improvement while ensuring the highest standards of sustainability, compliance and environmental stewardship.

Key responsibilities:

- Develop and implement agronomic strategies to optimise crop yield, fruit quality, and consistency across commercial soft fruit production

- Lead and develop the agronomy team, providing technical guidance on crop nutrition, irrigation, fertigation, substrate management and crop protection

- Monitor crop performance through field assessments, data analysis, and crop health reporting, implementing improvements where required

- Develop Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and crop protection programmes while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards

- Support crop forecasting, production planning, labour requirements, and commercial decision making to maximise profitability

- Work closely with growers, production teams, suppliers and external specialists to drive innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement

The Company:

Our client is a leading fresh produce business with an established reputation for producing and supplying premium-quality fruit across domestic and international markets. Committed to innovation, sustainability and continuous investment, the business offers an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation where technical expertise and leadership play a vital role in future growth.

The Candidate:

- Degree qualified in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related discipline, with significant experience in commercial soft fruit production

- Strong technical knowledge of irrigation, fertigation, substrate growing, plant nutrition, crop protection, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

- Proven experience developing agronomic strategies, leading technical teams, and driving improvements in crop performance and profitability

- Good understanding of EU crop protection legislation, certification standards such as GLOBALG.A.P., and sustainable growing practices

- Excellent planning, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments

- Full driving licence; BASIS, Qualified Pesticide Advisor, Entomology, Project Management qualifications, or experience within top fruit production would be advantageous

The Package

- Salary of €75,000 - €90,000 depending on experience

- Annual performance bonus

- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

- Pension scheme

- Private healthcare

- Staff discount scheme

- Subsidised canteen

- Wellness initiatives

- Free on site parking with electric vehicle charging

- Ongoing professional development and training

Please email your CV to Conor Atay, Recruitment Delivery Consultant, CAtay@agrirs.co.uk.

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.

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About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors.

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With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value.

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