Trainee Agronomist, Alliums and Brassicas

Our team, renowned for providing independent advice to growers and packers on all aspects of bulb onion and brassica production and storage, is seeking a Trainee Agronomist to join us as part of the Hutchinsons Foundation.

Through our extensive industry expertise and leading trials programme, we deliver market leading guidance to our clients. In this role, you’ll work closely with our specialists, shadowing and learning from their vast knowledge to develop into a qualified vegetable agronomist, specialising in alliums and brassicas.

Why Hutchinsons?

• Market leading training programme with a proven track record of developing some of the most successful and well-regarded professionals in UK agronomy.
• Offer continuous training, development and career opportunities
• Innovative, open and progressive culture
• Work alongside our Services team in the provision of environmental, soils and business advice
• Access to our leading industry software, Omnia, supporting growers to build sustainable businesses.
• Privately owned business covering more than one million hectares of the UK’s farmed area

What to expect

• Be part of your local agronomy team, working alongside experienced colleagues.
• Gain professional qualifications, enhanced with in-house technical training.
• Build your reputation, customer base, and the personal skills integral to a successful agronomy career.
• A supportive environment, where you build lasting relationships to support your journey.

What do we look for?

• A passion for agriculture, specifically vegetable production.
• Some knowledge and experience of UK agriculture and crops.
• Personable approach, confident in building new professional relationships.
• High level of motivation and proactivity with the ability to manage yourself and your time.
• The drive and tenacity to develop a successful career and build a long-lasting customer base.
• Full drivers licence and willingness to travel to customers, largely within the local area but sometimes further afield (company vehicle will be provided).