The Vacancy
ADAS, a part of RSK Group is looking to recruit a
Regenerative Farming Specialist with a competency in soils and in particular soil health. This
full time, permanent role offers a mixture of
hybrid home and office working, depending on experience.
You should be confident in the field with experience of soil sampling to the appropriate procedures, capable of describing soil physical properties and interpreting the results of laboratory analysis at the reporting stage.
Knowledge of soil health and soil biology is essential.
You should be able to provide practical advice to landowners wishing to follow sustainability and regenerative principles. You will need knowledge of the UK’s agricultural systems and the different drivers for change as we strive to assist our clients in their targets of reaching net zero. You must therefore be comfortable working in an agricultural setting where livestock may be present, or alternatively on large scale development sites.
Although not essential a knowledge of relevant grant schemes, legislation, carbon foot printing, agroforestry, species and habitat identification (UKHab) and Biodiversity Net Gain would be an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Farm visits to assess soil health and provide recommendations for improvement where applicable
- Describing soil physical properties
- Interpreting results of laboratory analysis and report writing
- Provision of advice on reducing greenhouse emissions at farm level
- Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients
- Provision of practical advice to landowners wishing to follow regenerative principles
- Advice on SFI or other agri-environment schemes
Person Specification
- Relevant years practical post graduate experience in the field of soils and/or regenerative farming
- Agricultural or environmental Degree
- Full driving licence and own transport
- Competent user of Microsoft software including Windows, Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Understand and communicate verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner in English
- Ability to travel away from home base when required
- Flexibility in the range of work undertaken
Salary And Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience
- High emphasis on training, CPD and career development
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
- Mileage allowance
All candidates applying for positions with the RSK Group must be eligible to work in the UK/European Economic Area.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
More Detailed Job Description Attached.
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
ADAS is the UK’s largest independent environmental and agricultural consultancy. Our goal as a company is two-fold: secure British food and enhance the environment. Established over 75 years ago and part of RSK Group since 2016, we offer high-quality, research-based tailored solutions for a wide-ranging client base. From working with small and medium-sized landowners to helping shape government policy with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), we are adept at collecting and analysing data and creating bespoke strategies to achieve the best outcome for our client’s unique needs. We are a trusted brand when it comes to managing the countryside: we do more than simply tick checkboxes; we will formulate a strategy that benefits the landowner and nature – our approach is fluid and changes according to requirements.
As well as agricultural research and consultancy, ADAS provides ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, planning, and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors. Our technical specialists have supported both local and nationally significant utility, transport, infrastructure, government and development projects. Some of our client relationships span over 40 years. We evolve and innovate with our clients, thereby ensuring that we provide a practical, reliable, and responsive service.
ADAS is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
