Vacant job

We are looking for someone with a strong interest in machinery and the future of agriculture who wants to work in an engaging team with a fast pace and lots of laughter. We offer you an exciting opportunity to have a developing job with an employer with long experience and much knowledge. Welcome to us at Hushållningssällskapet Skåne!

Hushållningssällskapet Skåne has been involved in the development of Swedish agriculture for 200 years, making us a reliable and stable employer with extensive knowledge. We are the farmers' support and conduct a highly reputable field trial operation with about 450 trials a year, where quality and development are guiding stars.

About the position

The focus of Hushållningssällskapet Skåne is to conduct crop trials with high scientific quality using modern equipment in all conceivable crops for the benefit and profitability of Swedish agriculture. Therefore, you will have an exciting role where the starting point of your work is to strive for quality and efficiency at all levels.

As a machine operator with us, you will primarily work with driving and handling agricultural machinery, and machine service and repairs will also occur. It is a varied job where each day is unique and the challenges are many. We conduct field trials in areas such as variety testing, plant protection, weed control, plant nutrition, soil cultivation, and more.

You will be part of a team that works closely together.

We offer you a stimulating and fun job with varying tasks throughout the year depending on the season. With us, you will also have the opportunity to be involved in developing the future of agriculture!

About you

To succeed and thrive with us, you have an agricultural education or equivalent work experience. A B driver's license is a requirement for the position, and BE is desirable. If you have good knowledge of operating agricultural machinery and a spraying certificate, we consider it a strong merit. If you do not have a spraying certificate, you should be willing to obtain one. It is also meritorious if you have previous experience in machine service.

As a person, you have a keen interest in machinery with a curiosity and willingness to learn. Furthermore, we see that you also have a strong interest in crop production/agriculture. You are meticulous, committed, and quality-conscious. You have the ability to work both independently and together with others. Of course, you are driven and enjoy challenges.

Location: At our trial station in Österlen or in Kristianstad.

The position starts as a probationary employment for 6 months.

Questions about the position? Feel free to call us, and we will tell you more.

Andreas Andersson, field trial leader, 0104762054, [email protected]

Anna Kristensson, field trial leader, 0104762048, [email protected]

Does it sound interesting? Send in your application today as selection is ongoing.

Welcome with your application!

Requirements

• Agricultural education or equivalent work experience
• B driver's license

Meritorious

• BE driver's license
• Good knowledge of operating agricultural machinery
• Spraying certificate
• Experience in machine service

About the employer - Hushållningssällskapet Skåne

Hushållningssällskapet Skåne is an independent membership organization and one of 15 Hushållningssällskap in Sweden, with over 200 years of experience in developing the green industries and contributing to a sustainable and competitive rural area. We offer advice in agriculture, gardening, and forestry, conduct field trials and soil mapping, and develop digital solutions that strengthen the future of agriculture. Through our nature management high schools, we educate the next generation of farmers and spread knowledge through courses, conferences, and networks. We run development projects that translate research into practical benefits and also conference activities at Bjärsjölagårds castle. Our vision is a vibrant countryside with a growing economy – where knowledge, innovation, and commitment make a real difference.

Feel free to read more about us at https://hushallningssallskapet.se/ (https://hushallningssallskapet.se/)