General Farm Worker and Research Technician

Rothamsted Research; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Rothamsted Research is inviting applications for a full-time farm support role at their Devon site. The position involves livestock care, assisting with agricultural experiments, and operating farm machinery. Ideal candidates will have previous farm experience and a passion for agricultural science.

Qualifications

• Experience working on a farm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support a wide range of farming activities.
• Care for livestock including cows and sheep.
• Assist with plot and livestock experiments.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery.

Skills

Livestock care

Farm machinery operation

Assisting with experiments

Job description

Rothamsted Research, North Wyke, Devon EX20 2SB

Salary: £26,573 + substantial overtime

Are you looking for a new challenge?

An exciting full-time opportunity has arisen at our 850-acre farm in Devon to join and contribute to the success of our farm team and agricultural scientists in shaping the future of farming.

The farm serves as both a working commercial unit and a research platform, hosting a diverse array of experiments and environmental monitoring systems.

The role focuses on supporting a wide range of farming activities, including but not limited to:

• Livestock care (cows and sheep)
• Assisting with plot and livestock experiments
• Operation and basic maintenance of farm machinery

Rothamsted Research is one of the UK’s leading research institutes, delivering world-class agricultural science. If you're looking for a new challenge and have experience working on a farm, we'd like to hear from you.

Please follow the link to apply online and read more details about the role.