Apprentice Assistant Manager, Crop Technician
Premier Plant Producers Ltd
HULL (HU12 9ST)
Closes in 10 days (Friday 20 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 10 March 2026
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Summary
Join a family-run Hull business as a Level 3 Crop Technician Apprentice, training as an Assistant Manager. Gain hands-on experience in crop growing, rotation and agronomy, logistics, machinery and agri-tech, and young plant propagation across the full production cycle.
- Wage
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£15,311.40 to £24,761.88, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
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Salary will be discussed at interview and will depend on the candidate’s level and skills. The employer supports development, with opportunities for pay increases based on performance, progression and upskilling in the role.
- Training course
- Crop technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Working hours to be confirmed at interview, as the role may involve rota-based work.
Usual working days are 8 hours, while Fridays are typically 7 hours.
Standard working hours are between 6:30am and 6:00pm.
39 hours a week
- Start date
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Thursday 2 April 2026
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
The apprentice will support the Manager in the day-to-day running of Premier Plant Producers Ltd, progressing into Assistant Manager responsibilities. The role will involve working in the production of forestry plants and undertaking practical and technical duties across crop production. This includes crop establishment, crop rotation planning, soil and nutrient management, and supporting agronomy activities to promote healthy and sustainable crops.
The apprentice will assist with planning and logistics, operate and maintain machinery using modern technology, and take part in young plant propagation. They will also monitor crop growth, quality and health, follow environmental and health and safety practices, and contribute to the efficient running of the business.
Where you'll work
HULL ROAD
KEYINGHAM
HULL
HU12 9ST
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE
Training course
Crop technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Identify and mitigate risks to promote and maintain health, safety and security. (Core)
- Manage accurate paper or digital records within the workplace. (Core)
- Maintain and operate machinery and equipment in accordance with manufacturer operating instructions. (Core)
- Maximise economic sustainability by optimising plant growth when carrying out operations. (Core)
- Establish crops to ensure efficient and sustainable growth. (Core)
- Operate vehicles in accordance with manufacturer operating instructions. (Core)
- Control pests, weeds and diseases using integrated pest management. (Core)
- Apply and store pest management treatments in accordance with standard operating procedures, legislation and regulations. (Core)
- Carry out plant nutrient application or irrigation tasks required by the crop. (Core)
- Carry out harvesting and dispatch operations. (Core)
- Assess and monitor crops for quality, performance and specification requirements. (Core)
- Select harvesting techniques taking account of crop condition and quality requirements. (Core)
- Maintain biosecurity and hygiene practices in line with legislation, regulations and organisational requirements. (Core)
- Keep harvested crops in suitable conditions to maintain quality. (Core)
- Maintain soils or substrates to ensure sustainable, efficient and healthy growth. (Core)
- Sample and evaluate soil or substrate health to determine nutrition requirements. (Core)
- Comply with health and safety legislation, regulations, guidelines and procedures relevant to own role. (Core)
- Participate in learning and CPD activities. (Core)
- Manage own time to achieve tasks to schedule. (Core)
- Consider different approaches to current working practices, identifying improvements, developments and innovative ideas. (Core)
- Set and monitor machinery performance to ensure good seed or plant establishment and crop growth. (Soil based)
- Set machinery and equipment taking into account the crop, environment, soil condition and specification requirements. (Soil based)
- Maintain non-productive areas. (Soil based)
- Assess the impact of machinery on soil structure and identify potential damage in accordance with legislation. (Soil based)
- Optimise growth conditions for crops, based on the specific needs of the plant relative to the environment. (Container based)
- Maintain productive and non-productive areas. (Container based)
- Plan for and carry out the removal of waste materials following harvest or dispatch. (Container based)
- Evaluate and select different growing mediums taking into account site conditions and production requirements. (Container based)
- Identify and mitigate risks to promote and maintain health, safety and security. (Core)
- Manage accurate paper or digital records within the workplace. (Core)
- Maintain and operate machinery and equipment in accordance with manufacturer operating instructions. (Core)
- Maximise economic sustainability by optimising plant growth when carrying out operations. (Core)
- Establish crops to ensure efficient and sustainable growth. (Core)
- Operate vehicles in accordance with manufacturer operating instructions. (Core)
- Control pests, weeds and diseases using integrated pest management. (Core)
- Apply and store pest management treatments in accordance with standard operating procedures, legislation and regulations. (Core)
- Carry out plant nutrient application or irrigation tasks required by the crop. (Core)
- Carry out harvesting and dispatch operations. (Core)
- Assess and monitor crops for quality, performance and specification requirements. (Core)
- Select harvesting techniques taking account of crop condition and quality requirements. (Core)
- Maintain biosecurity and hygiene practices in line with legislation, regulations and organisational requirements. (Core)
- Keep harvested crops in suitable conditions to maintain quality. (Core)
- Maintain soils or substrates to ensure sustainable, efficient and healthy growth. (Core)
- Sample and evaluate soil or substrate health to determine nutrition requirements. (Core)
- Comply with health and safety legislation, regulations, guidelines and procedures relevant to own role. (Core)
- Participate in learning and CPD activities. (Core)
- Manage own time to achieve tasks to schedule. (Core)
- Consider different approaches to current working practices, identifying improvements, developments and innovative ideas. (Core)
Training schedule
Training will take place four days per week in the workplace and one day per week in the classroom as part of the apprentice’s off-the-job training.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
This role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions and can be physically demanding. Work may take place in rural or remote locations, so the ability to travel independently and a willingness to work towards driving are important.
Early starts and seasonal working patterns are common. A strong work ethic, resilience, and commitment to learning are essential for success and progression in this industry.
About this employer
At Premier Plant Producers Ltd, you’ll join a long-established, independent family business with deep roots in horticulture since 1949. We specialise in high-quality young plant propagation including salads, brassicas and tree saplings, and are proud to be a recognised leader in our industry. Working with us means becoming part of a supportive team where you can develop practical skills, learn from experienced growers, and contribute to producing plants that supply nurseries and growers across the UK.
https://www.premierplantproducers.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Benefits include free on-site parking and 25 days’ annual leave. Further details will be discussed at interview.
After this apprenticeship
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the aim is for the apprentice to progress into a full-time role within the business, with development towards a management position as skills, experience and responsibility increase.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE
Jade Bishop
apprenticeshipenquiries@bishopburton.ac.uk
01964553056
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018315.
Apply now
Closes in 10 days (Friday 20 March 2026 at 11:59pm)