Hadlow College Alumni

27/08/2026

Product Evaluation Assistant

Key Accountabilities for 2026:

Purpose of role:

•To facilitate the development of data driven supply chains, embracing AI and fast emerging tools to transform the consistency of fresh produce.

•Internal organization and running of product evaluation process.

•Support the technical management team with systems and reports, along with store visits where required.

Product Evaluation:

•Work with Consumer Panel partner to organize regular samples to go for panelling.

•Work with growers, breeders and internal dps stakeholders to collate samples of new and existing products to be sent to Consumer Panel for testing.

•Organise samples to be transported to the Consumer Panel on agreed dates for panels to take place.

•Measure size, weight, firmness, colour, brix and brix acid ratios for varieties and log in Product evaluation database, with a focus on a new blueberry data collection project.

•Measure shelf life of samples sent to the consumer panel and log in Product Evaluation database.

•Attend panels on occasion to ensure being completed in line with SOP and run objectively.

•Upload results to Product Evaluation database, ensuring data is accurate, consistent, and easily reported upon.

•Conduct packaging and shelf-life trial work as required.

•Work to support the implementation and continual development of Business Objects.

Product Evaluation Assistant

Development:

•Visit suppliers and breeders to review varieties and feedback on performance

•Expand scope of Product Evaluation to other products outside of Berry category.

Support Product evaluation project collaborating with suppliers and research company to panel existing and new varieties and capture data.

Technical Team Support:

•Collate data and work with IT partners to create a database of varieties, breeders, licenses etc for use by external and internal stakeholders.

•Manage the supplier portal for quality intake reports including adding and amending contact addresses and users, liaising with I.T. support to help troubleshoot access issues, and communicating with suppliers.

•Support the technical team with collecting data, data input and internal taste panels.

If interested, please send a copy of your CV to Charlotte Noble:
[email protected]

17/08/2026

Silverhand Estate Vineyard

Unpaid volunteer opportunities to assist with the estate and grounds.

Volunteers must be 16 years +

To discuss further please contact Will Moreno (Conservation Manager)

Email: [email protected]

The Future Is Sparkling

17/08/2026

Silverhand Estate Vineyard

Looking for a gardener to assist as soon as possible with Luddesdowne Court large formal gardens and commercial kitchen garden.

Applicants must be 18+ and available for an immediate start.

To discuss further, please contact Will Moreno (Conservation Manager) via email:

[email protected]

The Future Is Sparkling

17/08/2026

Local Gardening Work

Resident based in Tonbridge (TN10) is currently looking to hire a horticulture or landscaping student for a paid garden project, with the potential for ongoing maintenance work and future garden redesign involvement.

The role would involve an initial weekend project to restore and prepare a garden (lawn prep, hedge trimming, general clearing), followed by optional regular maintenance work.

To discuss further, please contact Jemma Baverstock: [email protected]

10/08/2026

GTM Rural Enterprises Ltd, a specialist vegetation management and rural contracting company based in Essex.

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Tractor Driver/Rural Operative to join our growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The role offers:
• Salary of £28,000–£37,000 (depending on experience)
• Unlimited overtime
• Modern fleet of machinery
• Training and development opportunities
• Work across Essex, Hertfordshire and the Southeast

Great opportunity for individuals who have experience operating agricultural machinery and looking for their next opportunity.

To discuss further, please contact Laura Storan

Business Development Manager · GTM Rural Enterprises Ltd
ENVIRONMENTAL & VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
M 07513 795607
E [email protected]
W gtmrural.com

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30/07/2026

Estate Gardener

Job Description:

The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Estate Gardener to join a friendly estate team, working at a beautiful private estate just outside of Lewes, East Sussex. This is a great opportunity for a passionate and conscientious hands-on gardener, with an eye for detail and a keenness to learn, to gain further knowledge and experience.

All aspects of horticultural duties will be required. Including, but not limited to, planting, pruning, soil management and general maintenance including grass and hedge cutting. Some plant knowledge is desirable but a willingness to learn is essential. Experience with garden machinery/equipment including tractors and mowers would also be desirable but training can be provided.

The Estate Gardener will be capable of working independently, as well as part of a gardening and estate team. Loyalty, reliability and having a professional and proactive approach are absolutely vital skills required to join the team.

Experience/Qualifications
Essential
Good knowledge of plant husbandry and horticultural techniques
Full UK driving license
Desirable
Horticultural qualifications NVQ, City & Guilds or RHS or equivalent

Hours
Monday to Friday

Salary
DOE
Please contact Tom Harvey on 07799 238512 / [email protected]

30/07/2026

02/07/2026

Equine Groom Vacancy - Capricorn Equestrian

Key details of the role:
• Job Title: Equine Groom
• Location: Eynsford, DA4 0JL
• Hours: Full-time or Part-time to include one weekend day
• Salary/Pay: Competitive, based on experience
• Accommodation: None and own transport required due to yard location

Main Duties:
• Daily yard duties including mucking out, sweeping up and bedding down.
• Feeding, watering, and haying.
• Grooming, clipping, washing down
• Assisting with turnout, catching, and boot or rug changes.
• Optional - Exercising/riding or lunging
• Assisting with vet/farrier visits

Candidate Requirements:
• Reliable, punctual, and passionate about horse welfare.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Full UK driving licence preferred

Please email: [email protected]

30/06/2026

Assistant Vineyard Manager & Winemaker

About Mereworth Wines

Mereworth Wines is an award-winning grower and producer of premium English sparkling wine in the heart of Kent. Alongside our vineyards and winery, we operate a thriving cellar door offering tours, tastings, dining, events and live music, as well as providing contract winemaking services.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and practical Assistant Vineyard Manager & Winemaker to join our small, hands-on team. This is an exceptionally varied role that offers involvement in every stage of grape growing and wine production.

We're looking for someone who is mechanically minded, has a passion for plants and vines, and takes pride in producing exceptional English wine.

Key Responsibilities
Vineyard Operations
Working alongside the Vineyard Manager, you will help plan and carry out seasonal vineyard operations including:

▪Pruning and vine training
▪Shoot thinning and canopy management
▪Wire lifting
▪Spraying
▪Trimming and topping
▪Mowing and mulching
▪Under-vine cultivation
▪Mechanical leaf removal
▪Harvest operations
▪Pest and disease monitoring
▪Orchard and wider estate horticultural maintenance
▪Groundskeeping around the winery, vineyards and visitor areas

You will also:
▪Operate tractors, forklifts and associated machinery safely
▪Carry out routine inspections, servicing and maintenance of equipment
▪Maintain spray records and other statutory documentation
▪Assist with stock control, purchasing and health & safety compliance

Winery & Production
You will support all aspects of wine production, including:
▪Fruit processing and pressing
▪Fermentation management
▪Laboratory analysis
▪Racking and blending
▪Filtration
▪Bottling
▪Disgorging
▪Labelling and packaging
▪Cellar hygiene and cleaning

You'll also assist with:
▪Food safety and production record keeping
▪Stocktakes
▪New product development and production trials
▪Packaging, storage and distribution
▪Sustainability and accreditation records

Estate & Cellar Door
As part of a small team, you'll also support the wider business by:
▪Maintaining the appearance of the winery and visitor areas
▪Carrying out general maintenance tasks
▪Identifying and reporting health & safety issues
▪Supporting horticultural projects, woodland trails and visitor experiences
▪Assisting the hospitality team during busy periods when required
▪Undertaking other reasonable duties to support the business

About You
We're looking for someone who is mechanically minded, practical, proactive and enjoys working across a wide range of tasks.

Essential
▪Passion for vines, plants and horticulture
▪Mechanically minded with good practical skills
▪Willingness to learn and develop
▪Positive attitude and strong work ethic
▪Full UK driving licence

Desirable

▪Vineyard or horticultural experience
▪Tractor driving experience
▪Winemaking or food/manufacturing experience
▪PA1/PA2/PA3 spraying certificates
▪Forklift licence

What We Offer
A genuinely varied role across vineyard, winery and estate operations
▪Opportunity to develop practical winemaking and viticulture skills
▪Work with premium English wine from vine to bottle
▪Training and professional development opportunities
▪A supportive, ambitious and passionate team
▪Staff discounts across the business

Hours
The normal working week is Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday depending on operational requirements.

Due to the seasonal nature of vineyard and winery work, flexibility is required during harvest and other peak periods.

Salary
Competitive salary, dependent upon experience.

How To Apply
Please email your C.V. and a covering letter to Scott Gebbie at [email protected]