Farm & Field Trials Operator - Hertfordshire; Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire

Farm & Field Trials Operator

Location:
Hertfordshire (with travel across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Suffolk) – Salary: £26,573 + Overtime + Accommodation

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Farm & Field Trials Operator to join a leading agricultural research organisation based in Hertfordshire. This role will support both commercial farming operations and agricultural research field trials across several farm sites. The successful candidate will work closely with farm and research teams to help deliver high-quality crop trials and contribute to innovative agricultural practices.

• Operating agricultural machinery to support arable crop production and field trials
• Assisting with the establishment, management, and harvesting of research plots
• Supporting crop monitoring, field data collection, and trial preparation
• Carrying out routine maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Assisting with general farm work and seasonal agricultural operations
• Working collaboratively with research and farm teams to ensure trials are completed accurately and efficiently

This role will involve travel between farm sites and occasional overtime during busy periods.

A globally recognised agricultural research organisation with a long history of advancing farming science and innovation. Operating multiple farm sites across the region, the organisation plays a key role in developing sustainable farming solutions and supporting future agricultural productivity.

• Experience operating agricultural machinery within an arable farming environment
• Practical understanding of crop production and field operations
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow trial protocols
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience supporting agricultural field trials or research plots
• Relevant agricultural qualifications or crop production experience

• Salary up to £26,573 DOE
• Full-time role (37 hours per week)
• Fixed-term contract until 31 October 2028 with potential extension
• Overtime payable
• Priority access to below-market-rate accommodation for farm staff
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

to Amber Read, Recruitment Delivery Consultant at .