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Technical Services Assistant – Food Technology - South East UK - £35,000 + Expenses & Progression Opportunities

Posted 15 October 2025
Salary £27,000–£35,000 depending on experience + All work-related expenses covered
LocationKent
Job type Permanent
Discipline Agricultural & Farm ServicesSenior, High Level & International
ReferenceRS - 59750

Job description

Technical Services Assistant
Technical Services Assistant – Food Technology - South East UK - £35,000 + Expenses & Progression Opportunities

The Job:
Are you interested in food science, post-harvest research and quality management?
We are seeking a Technical Services Assistant to join a fast growing food technology organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone early in their career to gain practical experience working with a variety of fresh produce products and commercial partners.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support for product quality and post harvest trials
- Assess the condition and performance of products at multiple facilities
- Assist in creating trial protocols and technical documentation
- Participate in meetings, taking technical notes and supporting client processes
- Manage multiple ongoing product assessments in an organised way
- Work in storage environments with commercial partners
- Collaborate with senior technical staff, receiving guidance and on the job training

The Candidate:
- Early career professional with education or experience in crop science, food science or a related discipline
- Interest in post-harvest quality, trials, or food technology
- Strong scientific curiosity with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Clear communicator, able to work with different teams and cultures
- Organised, adaptable, and capable of working independently in a hybrid role
- Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel within the UK

The Package:
- Competitive salary of £27,000–£35,000 depending on experience
- All work-related expenses covered
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Exposure to a variety of projects across the food sector
- Supportive team environment with structured training

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, Rebekah@agriRS.co.uk.

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