NES Fircroft is currently recruiting a Glasshouse Technician on behalf of our client, a Global name in the Agricultural Technology industry. The role will be based at a world leading International Research Centre at Jealott’s Hill, Bracknell. This is a contract position for an initial 6 month duration with the possibility of long-term extension. Mon-Fri 36hrs per week. The Role: Undertake a full range of daily glasshouse activities including sowing seeds, cross pollination, transplanting plantlets, tissue-sampling, harvesting and threshing of plants. Carry out seed processing activities including seed cleaning, seed counting (automated) and seed labelling and registering. Assist in the monitoring of pests and disease in the glasshouse. Update DH plant material tracking and data analysis files. Responsibility for ensuring glasshouse HSE standards are adhered to. Education / Required Experience: The successful candidate should primarily be enthusiastic, consistent in their approach and willing to learn in a vibrant glasshouse production environment with high quality output. Previous experience working within a horticultural or an agricultural production environment. Awareness of growth and care requirements of plant material in the glasshouse. You will need to be able to work in a team environment, understand set procedures and pay attention to detail whilst carrying out some repetitive tasks. You may be required to stand for long periods of time, lift materials and/or transport materials around the nursery so physical stamina and a good level of fitness is important.Desirable but not essential Experience: Horticultural experience Experience of working in a glasshouse environment A degree or equivalent in a biological or agricultural science. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients