Agricultural Trials Specialist

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s Natural Resources business line powers the agriculture, petrochemical, mining, energy, and resource sectors with expert testing, inspection, and certification. From exploration to trade, SGS helps clients boost efficiency, stay compliant, and reduce risk—backed by cutting-edge labs, digital tools, and a global network.

• Job title: Agricultural Trials Specialist
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Warwickshire (Office and field based) 
• Salary: Competitive, including a company vehicle
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Industry: Natural Resources (Agriculture) 

Job Description

Do you enjoy working outdoors, generating real-world data, and supporting the future of agriculture? Join SGS and play a hands-on role delivering high-quality field research trials across the Agricultural, Horticultural and Amenity sectors.

You’ll work across the full lifecycle of field trials, from setting up plots and applying products, through to sampling, data collection and reporting, ensuring trials are delivered safely, accurately and to the highest industry standards.

What you’ll be doing

• Setting up and maintaining field trials on farms and trial sites
• Safely preparing and applying products in line with trial protocols
• Collecting, recording and analysing trial data using specialist software
• Working independently in the field, with support from an experienced Trials Manager
• Building positive relationships with growers, clients and colleagues

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in Agriculture, Crop Science or a related life science
• A genuine interest in field-based research and agriculture
• Strong organisational skills and confidence working independently
• A full UK driving licence

Why SGS?

• Work for a global market leader in agricultural research
• Enjoy a hands-on, varied role with real impact
• Clear training and progression opportunities
• Be part of a supportive, knowledgeable technical team

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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