Job Overview

Apply now R&D Trials Officer (Agronomist) c£21-25k + Benefits + Car South Ref: ABJ3574 A field trials agronomist is urgently required to assist with the completion of R&D trials for the Agricultural, Horticultural and Amenity Industries in line with client requirements. As an agricultural gradaute you will provide assistance to the Project Manager in managing all R&D trials activities in a professional and efficient manner. As a horticulture graduate you will assist in the day to day running of both GLP & GEP field Trials You must have a full UK driving licence since there is a car with this role Key Accountabilities Ensuring compliance to all industry standards and company quality system to ensure consistency in our servicesEnsuring client confidentiality at all times and following the correct company and client protocolsWork with Project Manager/Study Director/R&D Trials Agronomist to generate data and ensure agreed internal and external deadlines are met.Suggest improvements to current operations so that the department can maximise profitability and efficiencyMarking out field trials at suitable sites on farms in compliance to the relevant standardsCorrect preperation, application and handling of chemicals for application to ensure successful trials and the H&S of employees, clients and the publicGathering and accurately recording trials data for presentation and reporting to clients to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction and secure repeat business.To carry out efficiently and safely sampling, assessing and harvesting of the field trials.Working efficciently and accurately on computers for recording and processing resultsTo assist the Project Manager/Study Director/R&D Trials Agronomists with the maintenance and upkeep to field trials to ensure trial objectives are met and all growers are satisfied with the condition of their fields.At all times, adopt a safe behaviour by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues and clients, in line with the Company's policies and procedures. Essential Degree in a relevant agricultural / agromnoy/ ecological life science subject.Experience in dealing with clients and presenting data and answering queries.Experience desirable carrying out field trials in the Agricultural, Horticural and Amenity Industry.Full UK Driving Licence. (Desirable) PA1 -Foundation Module of pesticides certificate PA6 - Hand Held Applicator certificate.Computer literate, particulularly Outlook, Excel, Word.Effective communication and interpersonal skills. To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson

Key Requirements

Agricultural Field Trials Horticulture Farms Harvesting