Elsoms Careers
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Please see the job vacancies that we have available below.
Open Positions
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Head of Field Services |
About Elsoms Seeds Ltd. The Elsoms R&D department invest in our own plant breeding programmes. Our goal is to produce new and improved varieties of arable and vegetable crops, playing our part in the global challenge for sustainable food production and food security. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
What will you be doing? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Field Services to lead our Field Services Team within the R&D department. Your role will be to manage trials (including breeding, commercial, open day, third party and official trials), plant propagation and elite seed production, purity and multiplication. Day to day your responsibilities will be managing and developing the team and facilities, setting and delivering on projects and providing technical/agronomy support. Please see the job description for further information on the role. |
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What we are looking for We want someone who is passionate about agriculture/horticulture and agronomy and has significant experience managing field trials. You will need deliver high standards of work and have a strong attention to detail. We are looking for someone with a degree in a relevant subject, strong leadership skills, and ability to manage projects to help the company achieve its goals. Essential skills:
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Additional information Job location: Spalding, UK Working pattern: Full time position (37.5 hrs per week), Monday to Friday, permanent (subject to a probation period). Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with long service award Benefits:
Application instructions If you meet the above criteria, we would be happy to hear from you. Please send a CV and covering letter explaining your motivation for applying to the role to HR@elsoms.com. Informal enquiries can be made to Richard.Tudor@elsoms.com Due to visa requirements, we can only accept applications from individuals with long-term eligibility to work in the UK already granted. Elsoms actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 715000, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: |
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Purification Specialist |
About Elsoms Seeds Ltd. Elsoms is the UK’s leading independent seed specialist and plant breeder. We breed, supply, and treat high quality vegetable and agricultural seed throughout the UK, using the latest in plant breeding research and seed technology. Established in 1844, Elsoms has remained an independent family-owned business throughout its history, now with around 100 employees. The Elsoms R&D department invest in our own plant breeding programmes. Our goal is to produce new and improved varieties of arable and vegetable crops, playing our part in the global challenge for sustainable food production and food security. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
Description of the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Purification Specialist to work towards strengthening our line maintenance team within the wheat breeding programme. The role will be responsible for the successful execution of wheat purification within the breeding programme. It is an opportunity to work within a focused, multi-disciplined breeding team and develop a broad portfolio of breeding skills. Key responsibilities for this role are:
Please see the job description for further information on the role. What we are looking for We are looking for someone with a passion for variety maintenance/cereal breeding. You must have a drive for precision and attention to detail, be an outstanding organiser and a physically fit individual. This job will suit you if you have excellent organisational skills and enjoy a role where efficiency, precision and attention to detail are essential, and you are comfortable with working in outdoor environments. A-levels in a relevant subject are a minimum requirement, and the candidate will ideally have a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in line maintenance, plant breeding or similar. An agricultural or biology degree is advantageous. Forklift, PA1 and PA6 qualifications are preferred, but full training will be given if needed. |
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Additional information Job location: Spalding, UK. There will be the occasional work away from site which might involve overnight stays (accommodation and subsistence will be provided). Working pattern: Full time position (37.5 hrs per week), Monday to Friday, permanent (subject to a probation period). There will be an expectation to work additional hours during peak harvest time. Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with long service award Benefits:
Please send your application form and CV to Nikki Watson (01775 715000, or HR@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: |
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Wheat Breeding Seed Purification Specialist |
We are seeking a Wheat Purification Specialist to work as part of our Wheat Breeding programme. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, sharing the responsibility for all aspects of the wheat purification system. Previous experience of working in a laboratory and/or in pure seed production would be advantageous. You should be self-motivated and independent as well as able to communicate effectively at all levels across the business. A full, clean driving license will be required. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
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Qualifications
Please send your application form and CV to Margaret De Soyza (Contact: extension 5043, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: 02/02/2025 |
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