Senior Station Technician

Senior Station Technician Nagele

Field of Work: Breeding stations

Location:

Nagele, FL, NL

Legal Entity: KWS BENELUX BV

Contract Type: Regular

Is Full Time?:: Yes

Onsite/ Remote:

Job ID: 16285

At KWS Benelux B.V. , we are committed to advancing sustainable and innovative plant breeding. For our expanding Hybrid Potato activities in Nagele , we are looking for a motivated Sr. Station Technician . In this role, you will support field and greenhouse operations and contribute to high‑quality potato, cereals and oilseed trials.

Your Responsibilities

Potato Trial Activities (30%)

• Plan and coordinate potato field trials together with colleagues.
• Support and participate in planting and harvesting activities.
• Prepare and conduct assessments, counts and observations in the field.
• Process and analyse potato samples.
• Perform selection activities and accurately record findings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Carry out agricultural field operations using tractors and machinery.
• Guide and motivate a small team during seasonal tasks.

Other Activities (70%)

• Support a wide range of tasks across trial fields, greenhouses and the farm.
• Conduct assessments and observations on various crops.
• Perform selection activities in cereals and oilseed crops.
• Assist in preparing and performing crossing activities in the greenhouse.
• Carry out harvesting and washing processes for obtaining potato true seeds.
• Operate agricultural machinery for diverse field operations.

Your Skills & Experience

• MBO-level education, preferably agricultural.
• Basic agricultural knowledge.
• Experience with GPS systems.
• Ability to independently operate agricultural machinery.
• Driving licence B and T, plus forklift certificate .
• Good command of Dutch and English , spoken and written.
• Comfortable working with computers, GPS systems and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel).
• Strong communication skills and a hands-on mentality.
• Ability to work effectively in an (international) team.
• Accurate and able to work according to protocols.
• Experience supervising and motivating others.

What We Offer

• A varied and meaningful role within an innovative breeding program.
• A friendly, supportive and international team environment.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• Modern facilities and equipment for field and greenhouse work.
• Competitive employment conditions aligned with the agricultural sector.

Ready to Grow With Us?

We look forward to receiving your application. Apply with your CV via our online application system!