What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
KWS doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Almería
No relocation package mentioned.
You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.
The role
KWS Vegetables is looking for a Farm Technician (m/f/d) to join our Farming team in Almería, Spain.
What you'll do
In this position, you will work directly in our greenhouses, contributing to the correct development and maintenance of our crops and ensuring that the different farm activities are carried out with quality, precision, and in accordance with our standards.
- Perform daily monitoring of the status of the crops, identifying possible incidents related to irrigation, fertigation, climate, pests, and diseases.
- Participate alongside the Farm Foreman in technical decisions related to crop management.
- Execute and monitor phytosanitary treatments and other specific actions on the crop.
- Work with the irrigation, fertigation, and climate control systems of the greenhouses.
- Coordinate with the different farm functions to ensure the correct execution of activities.
- Actively participate in the practical tasks necessary for the daily operation of the farm and greenhouses.
- Support the preparation of crops, materials, and equipment.
- Load, unload, and organize agricultural materials and supplies.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks for facilities and machinery and report possible repairs or incidents.
- Provide occasional support in other general activities necessary for the correct operation of the farm.
- Work in accordance with high standards of plant health, quality, health, and safety.
- Have schedule flexibility in accordance with the needs of the farm and the crops.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Vocational training related to agriculture, horticulture, or plant production, or equivalent practical experience.
- Practical experience in the management of horticultural crops in greenhouses, including tomato, pepper, cucumber, and melon.
- Good technical knowledge of cultivation, including areas such as irrigation/fertigation, climate, pests, and diseases.
- Practical and hands-on profile, with a willingness to work directly with the crops and perform field tasks.
- Ability to work autonomously, detect incidents, and act with responsibility.
- Good teamwork, proactivity, and attention to detail.
- License or experience in the handling of tractors and/or forklifts.
- Class B driver's license.
Nice to have
- Previous experience in a seed company, experimental station, or similar environment.
- Experience with different greenhouse cultivation systems.
- Permit for the application of phytosanitary products.
The role
KWS Vegetables está buscando un/a Farm Technician (m/f/d) para incorporarse a nuestro equipo de Farming en Almería, España.
What you'll do
En esta posición trabajarás directamente en nuestros invernaderos, contribuyendo al correcto desarrollo y mantenimiento de nuestros cultivos y asegurando que las diferentes actividades de la finca se realicen con calidad, precisión y de acuerdo con nuestros estándares.
- Realizar el seguimiento diario del estado de los cultivos, identificando posibles incidencias relacionadas con riego, fertirrigación, clima, plagas y enfermedades.
- Participar junto con el Farm Foreman en las decisiones técnicas relacionadas con el manejo del cultivo.
- Ejecutar y hacer seguimiento de tratamientos fitosanitarios y otras actuaciones específicas sobre el cultivo.
- Trabajar con los sistemas de riego, fertirrigación y control climático de los invernaderos.
- Coordinarse con las diferentes funciones de la finca para asegurar la correcta ejecución de las actividades.
- Participar activamente en las tareas prácticas necesarias para el funcionamiento diario de la finca y los invernaderos.
- Apoyar en la preparación de cultivos, materiales y equipos.
- Cargar, descargar y organizar materiales y suministros agrícolas.
- Realizar tareas básicas de mantenimiento de instalaciones y maquinaria e informar sobre posibles reparaciones o incidencias.
- Apoyar puntualmente en otras actividades generales necesarias para el correcto funcionamiento de la finca.
- Trabajar de acuerdo con altos estándares de sanidad vegetal, calidad, salud y seguridad.
- Contar con flexibilidad horaria de acuerdo con las necesidades de la finca y los cultivos.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Formación profesional relacionada con agricultura, horticultura o producción vegetal, o experiencia práctica equivalente.
- Experiencia práctica en el manejo de cultivos hortícolas en invernadero, incluyendo tomate, pimiento, pepino y melón.
- Buenos conocimientos técnicos de cultivo, incluyendo áreas como riego/fertirrigación, clima, plagas y enfermedades.
- Perfil práctico y hands-on, con disposición para trabajar directamente con los cultivos y realizar tareas de campo.
- Capacidad para trabajar de forma autónoma, detectar incidencias y actuar con responsabilidad.
- Buen trabajo en equipo, proactividad y atención al detalle.
- Permiso o experiencia en el manejo de tractor y/o carretilla elevadora.
- Permiso de conducir clase B.
Nice to have
- Experiencia previa en una empresa de semillas, estación experimental o entorno similar.
- Experiencia con diferentes sistemas de cultivo bajo invernadero.
- Permiso para la aplicación de productos fitosanitarios.
Hiring process
We look forward to receiving your application through our selection system! Use the "Apply now" function in the advertisement.
¡Esperamos recibir tu candidatura a través de nuestro sistema de selección! Utiliza la función "Enviar candidatura ahora" en el anuncio.
About KWS
KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA is a global plant breeding company headquartered in Germany, specializing in the development of seeds for a wide range of crops including sugarbeet, corn, cereals, oilseed rape, sorghum, vegetables, sunflower, soy, alfalfa, and grain peas. The company focuses on sustainable agriculture and employs advanced breeding methods, including genome editing, to improve crop yields and resilience. With a presence in numerous countries worldwide, KWS operates in the agricultural seeds industry, serving farmers and agricultural partners.
- Industry
- Seeds and Agriculture
- Founded
- 1856
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- Einbeck, Germany
- In Spain
- Almería, Murcia, Agüimes (Gran Canaria)
- Website
- kws.com
Good to know if you are moving
- KWS has job openings in Spain, including roles in Almería, Murcia, and Agüimes (Gran Canaria), indicating a local presence in agricultural research and sales.
- The company offers positions in fields such as breeding, marketing, and sales, with some roles requiring onsite work at cultivation stations.
- KWS is a global company with operations in many countries, providing opportunities for international career development.
- The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, which may appeal to professionals interested in agricultural technology and environmental stewardship.
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