Horticultural Assistant

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Horticultural Assistant to join our Operations team who is excited by the art and science of growing plants.

Tropic

Based in Norwich (UK), Tropic Biosciences is one of the world’s leading agricultural gene-editing companies. Our team is dedicated to the development and commercialization of high-performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits to growers, processors and consumers globally.

Tropic’s vision is to become a dominant seed business with significant ownership of its products from the laboratory to the field, while maintaining constructive relationships with growers and consumers based on transparency and trust.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Horticultural Manager, the Horticultural Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and wellbeing of the crop plants at Tropic Biosciences’ site in Norwich, UK.  The individual will support the Horticultural Manager to provide plants in optimal condition to meet the requirements of the business’ scientific teams. 

Whilst the role is primarily focused on hands-on tasks, there is the opportunity to contribute in other areas including developing processes, monitoring plant health and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day maintenance for Tropic crops
• Propagation of plant material from a variety of sources.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation across all growth spaces.
• Monitoring of growing spaces, e.g. environmental conditions, pests, service provision
• Supporting the scientific with relevant horticulture tasks including transfers, repotting, transplanting, seed sorting etc.
• Create and maintain records in line with regulatory and compliance requirements

Essential Requirements

• Basic knowledge of plant physiology and cultivation
• Knowledge of horticultural practices and procedures.
• Accuracy in record-keeping
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Desirable Requirements

• Horticultural qualification
• Good plant biology knowledge
• Greenhouse experience
• Experience with pest & disease identification and management

Why Join Tropic?

• Diverse workforce operating in a dynamic working environment.
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities.
• Strong team dynamic with social events throughout the year.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including: Private Medical Insurance through AXA, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave, Group Income Protection and Life Assurance.

Further Information

• Job Location – Norwich UK 
• Time Requirement – Full Time
• Contract – Permanent
• Closing date – 31st October 2024

If you are looking to work in a dynamic company, striving towards real-world impact, then consider joining our team and apply here!