Glasshouse Technician

NES Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural technology provider is currently seeking a Glasshouse Technician based at an International Research Centre in Bracknell, UK. This role offers a 6-month contract with a possibility of extension. Responsibilities include operating equipment for trial work, resolving routine issues, and ensuring timely delivery of samples. Candidates should have experience in horticulture or agriculture and be comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a horticultural or agricultural production environment.
• Awareness of growth and care requirements of plant material in the glasshouse.
• Solid experience in computer usage (particularly with Microsoft Word and Excel applications).
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently to ensure timely throughput of materials.
• Demonstrating close attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Communicating effectively with the ability to keep goals and objectives.
• Demonstrating strong willingness to learn in a dynamic glasshouse production environment.
• Thriving in a team-oriented workplace with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment needed for trial work and deliver samples on time.
• Resolve routine issues with minimal senior staff guidance.

Job description

Overview

NES Fircroft is currently recruiting a Glasshouse Technician on behalf of our client, a Global name in the Agricultural Technology industry. The role will be based at a world leading International Research Centre at Jealott's Hill, Bracknell. This is a contract position for an initial 6 month duration with the possibility of long-term extension. Mon-Fri 36hrs per week.

Responsibilities

• Follows broad frameworks to operate equipment needed to carry out trial work, and to ensure samples are available and delivered on time.
• Resolves routine issues with minimal senior staff or supervisory guidance and approval.
• Requires some prior relevant experience.

Qualifications / Education & Experience

• Experience working within a horticultural or an agricultural production environment.
• Awareness of growth and care requirements of plant material in the glasshouse.
• Solid experience in computer usage (particularly with Microsoft Word and Excel applications).
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently to ensure timely throughout of materials.
• Demonstrating close attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks, with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards and quality of work.
• Communicating effectively with the ability to keep goals, targets and objectives.
• Demonstrating strong willingness to learn within a dynamic glasshouse production environment that prioritizes high-quality output.
• Thriving in a team-oriented workplace with the capability of working independently adhering to established procedures.

About NES Fircroft

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world9s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we provide engineering and technical expertise wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.