Dyson Farming Research Centre - Farm Foreman

Dyson Farming; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm is seeking a passionate Farm Foreman to oversee crop trials at their innovative research centre in Lincoln. The role involves managing crop management applications, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring adherence to protocols in sustainable agriculture practices. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to advance their careers in a forward-thinking environment that values sustainable food production.

Benefits

Life assurance

Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn)

Qualifications

• Experienced in an agricultural environment.
• Good understanding of agriculture practice.
• Previous trial crop experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage crop establishment and operations across multiple research projects.
• Communicate findings effectively to various stakeholders.
• Ensure timely delivery of trial work per protocols.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

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Client:

Dyson Farming

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon neutral, high technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.

The Dyson Farming Research Centre at Nocton is our 1,000-acre farm dedicated to agricultural innovation— where pioneering research will meets practical application. It will play a central role in advancing Dyson Farming’s mission to revolutionise food production through science, technology, and sustainability.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Farm Foreman to join our team and play a key role in delivering the crop trials and research projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled trials crop operator ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll be at the forefront of our research operations, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, precision-led trials that support the future of sustainable agriculture.

Requirements

• Responsible for executing establishment and crop management applications across multiple farm-scale sites involving field, tramline and plot scale research projects.
• Experienced with crop establishment and spraying operations with a high attention to detail.
• Able to effectively communicate your experiences to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Ensuring timely delivery of all field trial work against the agreed protocols.
• Perform routine maintenance and manage related administrative tasks.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude and commitment to health and safety.
• Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks

Person Specification

• Experienced in working in an agricultural environment.
• Good level of understanding of agriculture practice.
• Previous trial crop experience is an advantage.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good IT skills and accurate record keeping.
• Good communication, time management and problem-solving skills.
• An understanding of precision farming and modern agricultural machinery.
• Life assurance;
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn);