Farm & Field Trials Operator

Location

Harpenden Farm

£31,165 to £38,956 dependent on experience

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.

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

• 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

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.

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

• 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

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.

Ready to Apply? Be part of something bigger. Help shape the future of sustainable agriculture.