Sr. Station Technician m​/w​/d

At KWS UK Ltd. , we are passionate about advancing agriculture through innovation and excellence. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Sr. Station Technician UK to join our team in Thriplow . In this role, you will take the lead in managing wheat yield trials while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing trials team. If you thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment and are committed to delivering high-quality results, we would love to hear from you.

• Lead the successful management of all KWS UK wheat yield trials
• Ensure the timely delivery of accurate, high-quality data to relevant stakeholders
• Support trials across other crop species as part of the UK Trials team
• Plan and execute all trial operations, including trial placement, seed preparation, drilling, electronic field book preparation, vermin control, trait scoring, harvest preparation, and data processing (capture, upload, validation, and presentation)
• Assess resource requirements for wheat trials, secure necessary resources, and ensure their efficient use
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
• Manage, supervise, and support teams of seasonal staff
• Contribute to trials for other crop species, including seed preparation, planting, scoring, and harvesting
• Ensure all operations are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety procedures

• At least three years of experience within agricultural trials
• Agricultural or related university/college qualification
• Experience managing and supervising small teams
• Strong knowledge of arable crop operations, particularly wheat agronomy
• Fluent in English
• Full UK driving licence
• PA1 and PA11 certifications, as well as counterbalance forklift and telehandler licences (desirable)
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and database systems

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan and deliver tasks efficiently
• Strong team player with effective communication skills across all levels
• Reliable, trustworthy, and accountable for own responsibilities
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently
• Flexible and adaptable to seasonal workloads, with willingness to work extended hours during peak periods such as harvest and drilling
• Commitment to working in line with KWS values

• 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Highly competitive pension scheme with a 16% company contribution and 1.2% minimum employee contribution
• Life assurance at three times annual salary
• Income protection plan (75% of salary for up to three years in case of long-term illness or disability)
• Private healthcare plan
• Profit-related bonus scheme (targeted at 10% of annual salary)
• Access to a lifestyle discounts scheme
• Reduced diesel prices via the company fuel pump
• A supportive and inclusive work culture where teamwork and well-being are prioritized, along with social events such as a summer BBQ, Christmas party, and charity initiatives

Due to UK visa regulations for this role, applicants must already have long-term eligibility to work in the UK.