Seasonal Robotics Operator – Raspberry Harvest Trial (May–September)
Fieldwork Robotics
Cambridge, CB25 9PB
Job Description
We are looking for a motivated and practical individual to join our team for a summer field trial operating an innovative raspberry-picking robot on a farm in Norfolk. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge agricultural robotics in a real-world environment. The harvest season is May to September and picking typically occurs 6am to 2pm under polytunnel.
Role Overview:
You will be trained on how to setup and run the robot. You will be trained on how to collect data from the robot. You will be trained on how to perform basic maintenance and adjustments on the robot. You will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and supporting the day-to-day running of our robotic harvesting system during a funded trial period. You will be the liaison between FWR and farm .
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate and supervise the raspberry-picking robot in the field
• Assist with setup, daily checks, and basic maintenance
• Monitor performance and report any issues
• Collect and record trial data accurately
• Be the eyes and ears for the technical team, recommending improvements and feeding back issues as you see them
• You will interface with the farm to align deployment time and ensure robot picked rasberries are correctly logged at the packhouse and quality control stations
Requirements:
• Practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills
• Interest in robotics, engineering, agriculture, technology
• Ability to work outdoors in a farm environment
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Basic IT skills for data entry and reporting
• Full UK driving licence preferred
Desirable (not essential):
• Experience with machinery, robotics, or electronics
• Familiarity with basic software tools or diagnostics (training will be provided)
o VS Code
o SSH / remote access
o Basic command line usage
o Navigating Linux
Salary
Dependant upon experiance
Attendance
The trial will take place at Place UK, Church Farm, Church Rd NR12 8RQ.
Hours
Contract: Fixed-term (May–September) Monday to Friday typically 6am to 2pm
How to apply
Please send a brief CV and a short note about your interest in the role to:
info@fieldworkrobotics.com