Lead Wheat Yield Trials Technician

KWS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Pension scheme with 16% company contr.

Life assurance

Income protection plan

Private healthcare

Profit-related bonus

Lifestyle discounts scheme

Company fuel pump

Team events and social activities

Job summary

KWS UK Ltd. is seeking a Sr. Station Technician UK to lead wheat yield trials in Thriplow, overseeing field operations, data capture, and stakeholder reporting. You will coordinate across crops with the UK Trials team and ensure safe, efficient trial execution in a hands-on environment.

The role requires a strong background in arable crop operations, particularly wheat, plus leadership experience, English fluency, and a full UK driving licence. A proactive, collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience within agricultural trials.
• Agricultural or related university/college qualification.
• Experience managing and supervising small teams.
• Fluent in English and hold a Full UK driving licence.
• PA1 and PA11 certifications, plus forklift/telehandler licences desirable.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, including proficiency with Excel and databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of all KWS UK wheat yield trials.
• Deliver accurate data to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Support trials across other crops within the UK team.
• Plan and execute trial operations from placement to data processing.
• Assess resource needs and ensure efficient use of inputs.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise seasonal staff and provide team support.
• Ensure operations comply with Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

English fluency

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Database systems

Education

Agricultural or related university/college qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Database systems

Job description

KWS UK Ltd. is seeking a Sr. Station Technician UK to lead wheat yield trials in Thriplow, overseeing field operations, data capture, and stakeholder reporting. You will coordinate across crops with the UK Trials team and ensure safe, efficient trial execution in a hands-on environment.

The role requires a strong background in arable crop operations, particularly wheat, plus leadership experience, English fluency, and a full UK driving licence. A proactive, collaborative approach is essential.