Potato Agronomy Trainee & Trials Technician (Vehicle)

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd

Greater Lincolnshire

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 39,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension plan

25 days annual leave

Training and career progression

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Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking a Junior Potato Agronomist/Trials Technician in Lincolnshire to support our agronomy and innovation team. You will gain practical experience in potato production, field trials and variety development while working alongside experienced agronomists.

The role offers an NVQ Level 2 requirement, BASIS training, and hands-on fieldwork with a clear path to progression.

Qualifications

Genuine interest in agriculture and potato production.
Current BASIS training or a recent BASIS qualification.
Interest in field trials, agricultural research and data management.

Responsibilities

Support the delivery of good agronomic practices across a network of potato growers.
Monitor commercial potato crops alongside experienced agronomists and the procurement team.
Assist with field trials, including planting, crop monitoring and evaluating new varieties, technologies and growing methods.
Support variety development programmes and ongoing crop management.
Help with trial harvesting, post-harvest grading and analysis of results.
Carry out test digging on commercial crops and trials before and after desiccation.
Contribute to providing a reliable, high-quality service to growers and customers.