Farm & Field Trials Operator

About the Job

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
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

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 detai) and follow protocols
Bring a problem-solving mindset and openness to innovation
Have a strong awareness of Health & Safety

About You

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.

About Us

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
Why Work with Us?

About Rothamsted Research

Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research 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
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