Agricultural Consultant (Student Placement)
The Vacancy
Student Placement – Agricultural Consultant
Company: RSK ADAS Ltd Agriculture and Land Management (ALM) team
Location: Flexible (likely to be Bristol, Wolverhampton, Leeds, Hereford or Mansfield)
ADAS ALM, a member of RSK Group Ltd, is looking to recruit motivated and ambitious students to complete a 12-month placement. We are a leading national consultancy business working across the land, environment and agriculture sectors. Working as part of a team of agricultural consultants, you will gain experience across a variety of consultancy services and be involved in delivering contracts to a wide range of clients including farmers, landowners, agricultural supply chain, utility companies, local and national government and its agencies.
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Successful applicants will support ADAS consultants in delivery of agricultural and farm business consultancy and related technical and environmental management advice to farmers and landowners. You will be expected to contribute to delivery of contracts and will also be required to work flexibly within teams and in technical areas of the business. You will also work with experienced consultants supporting them in the delivery of a range of services which include:
- Report writing for ADAS clients
- Farm business management and Agri-Environment advice and applications
- Farm infrastructure advice including slurry storage and design of biobeds/pesticide handling systems
- Agricultural engineering and mechanisation advice
- Nutrient planning and soil husbandry
- Biodiversity and carbon auditing
- Attending farm visits to support the delivery of tailored advice and practical solutions
- Crop and soil sampling
Depending on your experience and aptitude, you will be expected to take responsibility for specific tasks and parts of consultancy work. This will involve being able to follow a project through from commencement to completion. The post will involve some travel away from office base, including overnight stays, and there will be opportunities to work on projects in other parts of the country. A full driving licence is required with access to your own vehicle.
About
We are committed to providing a friendly and supportive working environment for our staff, with training and career opportunities for all. You will benefit from a dedicated management team who will ensure you get the most out of this opportunity. But don’t just take our word for the fact that we think we’re great...here’s what some of our previous placement students had to say about us:
_“This year has been an incredible opportunity to deepen my knowledge and gain hands-on experience in practical, on-farm advising. … I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity and support ADAS has given me to help me find the path I want to pursue my career as an agricultural and environmental consultant.”_ Asia Law, 2024-25 Placement Student, Harper Adams
**_“I've really enjoyed my placement at ADAS working with the Agriculture and Land Management team, the team are very supportive and keen to help you learn! I have enjoyed the variety of work that I have been offered, with the opportunity to work with different consultants on a range of subjects, including li...
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