Farm & Field Trials Operator
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Farm & Field Trials Operator
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring an experienced arable operator for field trials and commercial farming. Based in Harpenden, full-time, salary £31,165 to £38,956 per year plus overtime and accommodation options.
Overview Of Role
Join the Future of Farming at [Employer hidden]. 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 [Employer hidden], 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. Our farm is no ordinary workplace. You’ll be working with an exciting and diverse portfolio of trials – from historic long‑running experiments like Broadbalk (est. 1843) to innovative, multi‑crop research shaping the future of sustainable agriculture worldwide. Rothamsted is a friendly, supportive, and rewarding place to work, where your skills directly contribute to globally important agricultural research. You’ll be surrounded by expert colleagues and benefit from ongoing training and development throughout the year.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting safe, efficient operations across commercial and trial farm areas
- Contributing to field trial implementation and maintenance
- Collaborating closely with researchers and technical teams
You’ll work alongside an experienced and supportive team, bringing your own knowledge while continuing to learn and develop new areas of expertise.
What We’re Looking For
- Be an experienced arable operator, confident in modern farming practices
- Have solid IT skills to maintain accurate records and follow protocols
- Bring a problem-solving mindset and openness to innovation
- Have a strong awareness of Health & Safety
Why Work with Us?
About [Employer hidden]. Established in 1843, [Employer hidden] is one of the UK’s longest-standing and most respected agricultural research institutes. We’re committed to scientific excellence and to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We support a positive work-life balance through: a strong culture of learning and development, flexible and inclusive working arrangements, and a welcoming and collaborative environment. 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. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age, provided you meet the job requirements.
What We Offer
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- A generous pension scheme
- Overtime opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- A vibrant, green campus environment with cultural and recreational amenities
- Below market rate accommodation options available through Lawes Agricultural Trust
Ready to Apply?
Be part of something bigger. Help shape the future of sustainable agriculture. Apply today!