Field Trials & Operations Technician for Crop Research

KWS Group; Thriplow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme with company contribute

Life Assurance

Job summary

KWS UK Ltd. in Thriplow is seeking a Field Operations Technician to support field trials, breeding activities, and seed production across multiple crops. You will operate and maintain agricultural machinery, record observations, and ensure safety and SOP adherence.

The role requires hands-on field experience, a formal agricultural background, and a valid UK driving licence. You will join a collaborative team within a global agricultural company focused on sustainable progress and scientific

Qualifications

• Formal agricultural education.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery.
• Knowledge of trial delivery and field operations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and eager to learn about plant breeding.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Supervisory experience would be a plus

Responsibilities

• Carry out field activities including cultivation, drilling, spraying, pest control, and harvesting using precision trial and farm machinery.
• Support crop production for trials, breeding nurseries, and seed production.
• Work across a diverse range of crops within the Multi-Crop station.
• Assist both Field Operations and Trial Operations teams.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles and agricultural machinery.
• Record field activities and observations using KWS IT systems.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and operational plans.
• Adhere to all KWS Health & Safety policies and guidelines.

Skills

Machinery operation

Field operations

Driving licence

Independent working

Reliability

Teamwork

Supervisory experience

Education

Agriculture education

Job description

KWS UK Ltd. in Thriplow is seeking a Field Operations Technician to support field trials, breeding activities, and seed production across multiple crops. You will operate and maintain agricultural machinery, record observations, and ensure safety and SOP adherence.

The role requires hands-on field experience, a formal agricultural background, and a valid UK driving licence. You will join a collaborative team within a global agricultural company focused on sustainable progress and scientific