Field Trial Technician (m/f/d) Koszalin

KWS Group; Prusy; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Mobile phone

Laptop

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Job summary

KWS Lochow Polska is seeking a Field Trial Technician to grow our breeding activities in the Koszalin area. You will support field trials for rye, barley, and maize, plan sowing and harvesting, and coordinate agronomic operations within your region.

The role requires agricultural education, practical plant breeding experience, and good Polish and English communication. A company car, phone, and laptop are provided, along with opportunities for professional development and travel across Poland.

Qualifications

• Agricultural education at least a secondary level; graduates of agricultural studies are welcome.
• Practical knowledge and experience in plant breeding or field trial management.
• Sound understanding of crop production, agronomy, and modern crop production technologies.
• Accuracy, responsibility, and reliability in performing assigned duties.
• Ability to organize own work and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Willingness to continuously develop professional skills and expand knowledge of plant breeding and agricultural technologies.
• Very good command of Polish and communicative English skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Category B driver's license; Category C or CE license would be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel within Poland (approximately 25% of working time).
• Experience coordinating seasonal workers would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for breeding activities, particularly field trials conducted within the KWS trial network.
• Manage field trials with rye, barley, and maize within the designated area of responsibility.
• Plan, prepare, and execute activities related to the sowing and harvesting of breeding materials.
• Plan and coordinate agronomic operations on trial fields.
• Conduct field observations, including the use of drones, and report results for further analysis.
• Supervise seasonal employees during field operations.
• Ensure high-quality trial execution and the timely completion of assigned tasks

Skills

Polish language

English language

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Agricultural education (secondary level)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join KWS Lochow Polska and help shape the future of modern agriculture!

KWS Lochow Polska Sp. z o.o. is one of the leading companies specializing in the breeding of new plant varieties and the production of high-quality seed material. Our portfolio includes hybrid rye, wheat, barley, oats, maize, oilseed rape, and sugar beet.

As part of the continued growth of our business, we are looking for a Field Trial Technician (m/f/d) to join our team in the Koszalin area (West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Koszalin County, Poland).

If you are passionate about modern agriculture, enjoy working with innovative technologies, and would like to make a real impact on the development of new plant varieties, this opportunity is for you! We offer stable, full-time employment with a planned start date of March 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

You will become part of an international organization where collaboration, commitment, continuous learning, and openness to new technologies and solutions are highly valued.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for breeding activities, particularly field trials conducted within the KWS trial network.
• Manage field trials with rye, barley, and maize within the designated area of responsibility.
• Plan, prepare, and execute activities related to the sowing and harvesting of breeding materials.
• Plan and coordinate agronomic operations on trial fields.
• Conduct field observations, including the use of drones, and report results for further analysis.
• Supervise seasonal employees during field operations.
• Ensure high-quality trial execution and the timely completion of assigned tasks
• Your Profile: Agricultural education (minimum secondary level); graduates of agricultural studies are welcome. Practical knowledge and experience in plant breeding or field trial management. Sound understanding of crop production, agronomy, and modern crop production technologies. Accuracy, responsibility, and reliability in performing assigned duties. Ability to organize own work and collaborate effectively within a team. Willingness to continuously develop professional skills and expand knowledge of plant breeding and agricultural technologies. Very good command of Polish and communicative English skills. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Valid Category B driver's license; Category C or CE license would be an advantage. Flexibility and availability, particularly during peak fieldwork periods. Willingness to travel within Poland (approximately 25% of working time). Experience coordinating seasonal workers would be considered an asset.
• What We Offer Stable full-time employment under an employment contract within a well-established international company. A motivated and supportive team, a positive working atmosphere, and continuous professional development through challenging projects, knowledge sharing, and exposure to modern technologies used in plant breeding and precision agriculture. Modern working equipment, including a company car, mobile phone, and laptop. The opportunity to work with advanced agricultural technologies such as GPS-equipped tractors, drones, and precision farming solutions. Extensive development opportunities, including training courses, workshops, postgraduate studies, language courses, and access to the expertise and experience of KWS Group specialists. Competitive compensation and an attractive benefits package, including private health insurance, life insurance, and a pension scheme.