Technical Services Assistant

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing food technology organization in the South East UK seeks a Technical Services Assistant. The role involves providing technical support for product quality, assessing products, and assisting in trials. Ideal for early career professionals interested in food science with a competitive salary range of £27,000–£35,000. Travel flexibility within the UK is required.

Benefits

Career development and progression opportunities

All work-related expenses covered

Supportive team environment with structured training

Qualifications

• Early career professional with relevant education or experience.
• Interest in post-harvest quality and food technology.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for product quality and post-harvest trials.
• Assess condition and performance of products.
• Assist in creating trial protocols and technical documentation.
• Participate in meetings and support client processes.

Skills

Strong scientific curiosity

Excellent attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Organised and adaptable

Education

Education or experience in crop science or food science

Job description

Technical Services Assistant – Food Technology - South East UK – £35,000 + Expenses & Progression Opportunities

Are you interested in food science, post-harvest research and quality management? We are seeking a Technical Services Assistant to join a fast growing food technology organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone early in their career to gain practical experience working with a variety of fresh produce products and commercial partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for product quality and post harvest trials
• Assess the condition and performance of products at multiple facilities
• Assist in creating trial protocols and technical documentation
• Participate in meetings, taking technical notes and supporting client processes
• Manage multiple ongoing product assessments in an organised way
• Work in storage environments with commercial partners
• Collaborate with senior technical staff, receiving guidance and on the job training

The Candidate

• Early career professional with education or experience in crop science, food science or a related discipline
• Interest in post-harvest quality, trials, or food technology
• Strong scientific curiosity with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Clear communicator, able to work with different teams and cultures
• Organised, adaptable, and capable of working independently in a hybrid role
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel within the UK

The Package

• Competitive salary of £27,000–£35,000 depending on experience
• All work‑related expenses covered
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Exposure to a variety of projects across the food sector
• Supportive team environment with structured training

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, [e-mail].