Position:
Seed potato roguing is an age-old, traditional summer job. It is popular as it provides an intense working period, a good opportunity to save money and to meet new people. We service growers of high quality seed potato crops set to be inspected and exported. You will be trained to identify and extract any unwanted potato plants from these seed crops during the growing season.
Personal Specification:
- Must be enthusiastic and have a strong work ethic.
- No experience is required, however you must be comfortable working outdoors in Scottish summertime weather.
- A reasonable level of physical fitness is required as there is a fair bit of walking and lifting involved.
- Role generally suits someone with a keen eye for detail who takes pride from meaningful, accurate work.
- You must enjoy working in a large/diverse team and be mindful and respectful that your work level and commitment will directly affect others.
- Must be fluent in English.
Further Information:
- Wage starts at £12.90 per hour with £19.35 per hour overtime.
- We frequently work more than 48 hours per week, 7 days a week. A typical week would be around 50-55 hours.
- Free accommodation, transport, breakfast and vegetarian dinner can be provided for applicants if they are not from the area.
- Squad is based in Berwickshire. The crops are spread out between growers in Berwickshire, Roxburghshire, East Lothian and North Northumberland.
- Must be available from the 16th June - 25th July 2025.
Reiver Roguing has been operating for over 12 years providing a quality service to growers in the south of Scotland. Our team comprises of around twenty people with many returning year after year. Find us on Instagram: @reiverroguing
Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 6 weeks
Pay: From £12.90 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 16/06/2025