Trainee Agronomist

Are you passionate about crops, the environment, and sustainable food production? Looking to kickstart your career in agronomy with one of the UK and Europe’s largest salad crop producers?

We’re seeking a Trainee Agronomist to join our farming team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work hands‑on with growers and specialists, learning how to optimise crop health, yield, and quality while supporting environmentally responsible farming practices.

G’s is an incredibly exciting place to work, standing at the forefront of modern farming and food production. Fast paced, stimulating, and rewarding, G’s is proud to be one of the largest fresh produce providers in the UK and Europe, producing over one billion packs of healthy, high-quality products every year. Recognised as a
Great Place to Work
, we’re committed to fostering a positive, supportive culture where every team member can thrive and make a real difference

• Assisting agronomy team with crop monitoring across a range of salad crops.
• Collecting and analysing crop, soil, and pest data to support agronomic decision‑making.
• Helping to deliver integrated pest and disease management programmes.
• Supporting trials on new varieties, nutrition programmes, and sustainable growing methods.
• Building relationships with growers, packhouses, and technical suppliers.
• Organic IPM Vault support.
• General upkeep and maintenance of the Vault at the Hasse Road site. – weeding, polytunnel repairs, cleaning of kit.
• Plant care within polytunnels and glasshouse – potting up, sowing, watering, raising.
• Managing aphid populations, spreading them between plants.
• Collecting infested barley plants from the facilities and spreading them in designated barley tramlines around the farm.
• Maintaining SNAP biodiversity boxes

• A keen interest in crop science, horticulture, or agriculture, degree preferred but not essential.
• Practical farming or horticultural experience – placements, seasonal work, or internships are all valuable.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in the field.
• Good communication and IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

• Structured training programme to develop technical expertise and professional effectiveness.
• Mentorship from experienced agronomists and technical managers.
• As a trainee agronomist with us, you’ll receive the skills, training, and support needed to confidently achieve your BASIS qualification.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within one of Europe’s leading fresh produce businesses.
• Competitive salary, company vehicle, and benefits package.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives outdoors and wants to make a tangible impact on how fresh, healthy food is produced in the UK. If you’re enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to grow, we’d love to hear from you.