Industrial 2 Farm Staff - Crossnacreevy - Plant Testing Station Location: Crossnacreevy Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Salary: £24,952 per annum About AFBI & the Agri-Environment Branch The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) delivers world-class science to support agriculture, the environment, and the wider economy.
Sponsored by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), AFBI provides evidence-based research and monitoring that informs government policy and promotes sustainability in Northern Ireland and beyond.
Job Role Working on the AFBI Crossnacreevy research farm which specializes in trials of wheat, barley oats and grasses.
Key Responsibilities Ploughing Spraying, Sowing Combining Use of Haldrups Fertiliser sowers Kubota lawn Essential Criteria 2 GCSE's including English language and Maths (grades A*-C) or equivalent or higher AND A minimum of 6 demonstrable months relevant experience in ploughing, spraying, sowing and combining AND A Valid UK driving license.
Other Desirable Skills PA1 and PA2a are highly desirable Experience in operating a range of farm machinery.
Experience in an agricultural setting with knowledge of crop (such as grass) husbandry.
Willingness to learn new skills Show attention to detail and capable to adapt Apply Now Take the next step in your career and join a rewarding role with AFBI.
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