Vacancy Information
Seasonal Casual Farm Workers
ApplyLocation: Kent
Closing date: 14 Feb 2025
Reference number: C113
Job details
Location: East Malling, ME19 6BJ
Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour (+ holiday pay)
Contract: Temporary, Seasonal
Working hours: 32 hours per week, with potential overtime
Join Our Team!
We are looking for Seasonal Casual Farm Workers to assist with a variety of agricultural tasks, including planting, pruning, general husbandry, and harvesting. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a hands-on, outdoor environment and gain experience in the agricultural sector.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Planting, pruning, and general crop maintenance
• Harvesting different crops and handling produce
• Working outdoors, in polytunnels, and in glasshouses in varying weather conditions
• Manual handling of items up to 20kg (e.g. bags of seed and harvested produce
• Following health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment
What We’re Looking For:
• Comfortable with manual work, including lifting and standing for extended periods (reasonable adjustments available)
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude
• Reliable and hard-working, with attention to detail
• A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential
Location
The role is based at East Malling, Kent, ME19 6BJ. East Malling is three miles from junction four of the M20, with plenty of free on-site parking. Niab East Malling can easily be accessed by the London Victoria to Dover (via Ashford International) rail route via West Malling station. Alternatively, exit the train at the East Malling station and take the short walk onto site.
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.
ABOUT US
Niab is a leading crop science organisation, with research capabilities in plant genetics, agronomy, farming systems and data science. It has the largest national field trials capability, and strong research links with industry, government and academia. With headquarters in Cambridge and regional offices across the country, employing close to 400 people across the UK, Niab provides scientific research, technical services and practical advice to improve the yield, efficiency and resilience of crop production across the arable, forage and horticulture sectors. Niab is an Independent Research Organisation eligible for competitive UKRI funding calls. Research departments at Niab’s sites in Cambridge and East Malling have a large programme of BBSRC grants.
TO APPLY
Click APPLY for our on-line application form. Any questions? Email [email protected] or call Human Resources on 01732 523797