Lead Wheat Yield Trials Technician (UK)

KWS Berlin GmbH; Thriplow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Pension scheme with company contrib.

Life assurance

Income protection plan

Private healthcare

Profit-related bonus scheme

Lifestyle discounts scheme

Company social events

Job summary

KWS UK Ltd. in Thriplow is seeking a Sr. Station Technician UK to lead wheat yield trials and deliver high-quality data to stakeholders. You will plan, supervise, and execute trial operations and collaborate with the UK Trials team.

Applicants should have at least three years' experience in agricultural trials, appropriate qualification, and strong knowledge of arable crop operations and wheat agronomy. A UK driving licence and English fluency are required.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience within agricultural trials.
• Agricultural or related university/college qualification.
• Experience managing and supervising small teams.
• Strong knowledge of arable crop operations, particularly wheat agronomy.
• Fluent in English.
• Full UK driving licence.
• PA1 and PA11 certifications; counterbalance forklift and telehandler licences desirable.
• Strong literacy and numeracy; proficient with Excel and database systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful management of all KWS UK wheat yield trials.
• Ensure the timely delivery of accurate, high-quality data to relevant stakeholders.
• Support trials across other crop species as part of the UK Trials team.
• Plan and execute all trial operations, including trial placement, seed preparation, drilling, electronic field book preparation, vermin control, trait scoring, harvest preparation, and data processing (capture, upload, validation, and presentation).
• Assess resource requirements for wheat trials, secure necessary resources, and ensure their efficient use.
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage, supervise, and support teams of seasonal staff.
• Contribute to trials for other crop species, including seed preparation, planting, scoring, and harvesting.
• Ensure all operations are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Agricultural trials

Team supervision

English language

Excel & databases

Driving licence

Education

Agricultural university qualification

Tools

PA1 & PA11 certifications

Counterbalance forklift

Telehandler licence

Job description

KWS UK Ltd. in Thriplow is seeking a Sr. Station Technician UK to lead wheat yield trials and deliver high-quality data to stakeholders. You will plan, supervise, and execute trial operations and collaborate with the UK Trials team.

Applicants should have at least three years' experience in agricultural trials, appropriate qualification, and strong knowledge of arable crop operations and wheat agronomy. A UK driving licence and English fluency are required.