Agronomist

Websters Rural; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

25 days annual leave

Employee discount platform

BASIS training support

Hands-on variety development & field研究

Job summary

Websters Rural in Lincolnshire is seeking a Junior Potato Agronomist to join the Agronomy and Innovation team, focusing on crop trials, variety development and quality improvement for growers. You will support best-practice potato agronomy, monitor crop performance, participate in customer-sponsored trials and help deliver new technologies across diverse growing systems.

The role includes BASIS training support, a company car for field work, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, in a

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in agricultural agronomy with foundational knowledge of potato production.
• Currently undertaking BASIS training or recently achieved BASIS qualification.
• Interest in field trials and data management, or prior experience in trial work.
• Ability to develop technical skills to become a respected potato agronomist.
• Strong time management and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfortable undertaking physical fieldwork including digging and lifting tasks.
• Pragmatic problem-solving abilities with swift decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of best practice agronomy advice to potato growers.
• Monitor crop development and performance alongside the field agronomy and procurement teams.
• Assist with customer-sponsored field research focused on improving yield and quality outcomes.
• Plant, monitor and progressively manage a customer-focused variety development programme.
• Conduct test digging activities before and after desiccation on commercial crops and trials.
• Harvest potato trials and complete post-harvest grading and quality analysis.
• Implement new technologies across varied potato crops and growing systems.
• Provide quality service that consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations.

Skills

Potato agronomy

Data management

Time management

Fieldwork

Proactive mindset

Education

BASIS training/qualification

Job description

Junior Potato Agronomist - Crop Trials & Quality Development

Location: Lincolnshire

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

• Work with a quality-focused group of potato growers across diverse growing systems
• Gain hands-on experience in customer-sponsored field research and variety development programmes
• Company car provided to support field-based work requirements
• 33 days annual leave plus access to employee discount platform
• Develop technical expertise alongside experienced agronomists in a supportive team environment

Our client, an established agricultural company in Spalding, is seeking a Junior Potato Agronomist to join their Agronomy and Innovation team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in potato agronomy to develop their technical skills while contributing to crop monitoring, field research and variety development programmes that directly improve yield and quality for growers.

Position Overview

This role offers a unique blend of practical agronomy and research-focused work. You'll support the delivery of best practice potato agronomy across a quality-focused grower base while gaining valuable experience in customer-sponsored field trials. The position plays an important part in advancing new technologies and developing varieties that enhance crop performance, directly contributing to improved outcomes for growers and customers alike.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of best practice agronomy advice to potato growers
• Monitor crop development and performance alongside the field agronomy and procurement teams
• Assist with customer-sponsored field research focused on improving yield and quality outcomes
• Plant, monitor and progressively manage a customer-focused variety development programme
• Conduct test digging activities before and after desiccation on commercial crops and trials
• Harvest potato trials and complete post-harvest grading and quality analysis
• Implement new technologies across varied potato crops and growing systems
• Provide quality service that consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations

Requirements

• Genuine interest in agricultural agronomy with foundational knowledge of potato production
• Currently undertaking BASIS training or recently achieved BASIS qualification
• Interest in field trials and data management, or prior experience in trial work
• Ability to develop technical skills to become a respected potato agronomist
• Strong time management skills with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
• Proactive approach with initiative, drive and enthusiasm for the role
• Comfortable undertaking physical fieldwork including digging and lifting tasks
• Pragmatic problem-solving abilities with swift decision-making skills

Company Overview

Our client is an agricultural company operating across Spalding, working closely with a quality-focused network of potato growers. Their dedicated Agronomy and Innovation team specialises in potato crop management, monitoring, variety development and field research. The company places people at the heart of their operations, recognising that every team member's contribution is vital to their collective success. Their focus on quality, innovation and grower relationships has established them as a trusted partner in the potato sector.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Company car provided to support your field-based responsibilities
• Access to employee discount platform offering savings across various retailers
• Comprehensive BASIS training support for professional development
• Hands-on experience across variety development and field research programmes

Alongside this generous package, you'll work within a people-focused environment where your contribution is valued and recognised. You'll collaborate with experienced agronomists and a supportive procurement team, gaining practical skills while working directly with growers across diverse potato production systems.