Farm & Field Trials Operator

£31,165 to £38,956 p.a. dependent on experience. (+Overtime +below market rate accommodation options

Location: Harpenden
Salary: £31,165 to £38,956 dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time (37 hours/week) plus paid overtime + accommodation options available

Are you an experienced arable operator looking for the next step in your agricultural career? Join Rothamsted Research, one of the UK's most prestigious and historic scientific institutes, where your skills will directly support cutting edge field trials and sustainable farming innovations.

With farm sites across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Suffolk, we lead globally in agricultural science. We're now looking for a dedicated and capable Agricultural Operator to join our Harpenden team and contribute to both our commercial farming and research field trials.

What You'll Be Doing

This is a varied and rewarding role that involves:

• Supporting safe, efficient operations across commercial and trial farm areas
• Contributing to field trial implementation and maintenance
• Collaborating closely with researchers and technical teams

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Be an experienced arable operator, confident in modern farming practices
• Have solid IT skills to maintain accurate records (eye for detail) and follow protocols
• Bring a problem solving mindset and openness to innovation
• Have a strong awareness of Health & Safety

Why Work With Us?

We support a positive work life balance through:

• A strong culture of learning and development
• Flexible and inclusive working arrangements
• A welcoming and collaborative environment

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• A vibrant, green campus environment with cultural and recreational amenities

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age, provided you meet the job requirements. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who meet the minimum role criteria. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.