Agricultural Crop Trials Officers

Processors and Growers Research Organisation; Thornhaugh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Immediate vacancy

Job summary

Processors and Growers Research Organisation in Peterborough invites applications for Agricultural Crop Trials Officers. This full-time role involves practical field trials, data recording, pest and weed identification, and collaboration with scientists to advance legume crop knowledge.

You will work on site at the A1 offices near Stamford/Peterborough, using farm equipment and laboratory tasks as needed. A science background and driving licence are essential, with opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Minimum A level or Diploma in sciences or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Word and Excel.
• UK driving licence held.
• Aptitude for field-based trials.
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Practical field trials work including measurement and establishment.
• Plant pest and disease identification and weed recognition.
• Data recording and record keeping for trials.
• Seed handling, sowing and harvesting tasks.
• Preparation for meetings and events.
• Report writing and collaboration with team.

Skills

Driving licence

Farm-based trials aptitude

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Willingness to learn

Education

A level or Diploma (sciences)

BASIC or FACTS qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Agricultural Crop Trials Officers | Peterborough | Full Time | £25,000 - £30,000 depending upon qualifications and experience

Our client is an agricultural charity of approximately 18 staff funded by growers of legume crops, commercial contracts and research grants.

As the UK's centre of excellence for peas and beans, our client has a long and highly valued track record of providing authoritative, up to date information and project work based on solid, reliable research.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in agricultural/horticultural trials and knowledge transfer, with a highly respected and independent research organisation offering career development opportunities.

Scientific qualifications are required, as is an aptitude for field work. Experience with farm machinery is preferred and a willingness to learn and to take responsibility is essential.

You will be based at the offices on the A1 near Stamford/Peterborough.

The Role

Practical field trials work including general field work, field trial measurement and establishment, temporary fencing, pest protection, plot preparation and cultivation, seed handling, sowing and harvesting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant pest and disease identification
• Weed identification
• Variety, agronomy and chemical evaluation to GEP standards
• Accurate recording of data and record keeping for all trials and project activities
• Seed testing and general laboratory and glasshouse work as required
• Preparation for meetings, conferences, training courses, open days and other events
• To participate in, embrace and complete training as required to a high standard
• From time to time participate and assist in other projects and areas of work of the company as required by the management team
• To carry out work in a safe manner, with attention to detail at all times
• Report writing
• Taking on specific operational or technical functions as required
• To execute the day-to-day tasks relating to the role in consultation with the line manager and technical staff

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum “A” level or Diploma standard, preferably in sciences
• Familiarity and competence with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Current UK driving licence
• Aptitude for farm-based trials
• Enthusiasm and ability to work on a wide range of varied tasks, requiring different skill levels, both indoors and outdoors
• Willingness to use equipment ranging from that in the laboratory to farm-scale machinery
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility

Desirable

• BASIC or FACTS qualifications
• Competent weed, pest and disease recognition and identification skills
• PA1 and PA6 certification
• Experience with farm machinery

What's In It For You

• £25,000 - £30,000 depending on qualifications and experience
• 25 days holidays + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• An excellent working environment
• Career development opportunities
• Immediate vacancy

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