Breeding Assistant High Tech Tomato Snacking

Due to the expansion of our program and new facilities, we are looking for a new colleague for the position of Breeding Technician for our Tomato High-Tech breeding program based in Made.

In this position you will report to the Tomato Breeder and work closely with the Breeding Assistant to help creating the new tomato varieties for our customers. We are searching for a curious person that enjoys learning new things and is able to work with high precision by keeping a positive attitude. You enjoy great freedom with responsibility and is able to be a good team player.

Working with vegetable seeds requires a lot of specific knowledge. We ensure that you are extensively trained in this and offer you opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills after your training.

On this position you will learn about the High-Tech tomato market needs and the use of technological tools used to create new varieties. Preview working experience is not mandatory. We will adjust the training according to the level of the candidate.

Job description

Hazera is an international company, with headquarters in Israel and the Netherlands and the French agricultural cooperative Limagrain as its parent company. Limagrain is the number one Mondial Company for vegetable seeds. Our teams also consist of colleagues with different nationalities. This function therefore offers you the opportunity to seek cooperation with international colleagues and to exchange experiences.

We are looking for new colleague who enjoys doing varied work and who enjoy acquiring new knowledge and skills.

• Hybrid trial evaluation by collecting data on plant and fruit level
• Pre-selection of hybrids in early stage of the R&D pipeline
• Support the breeding team during greenhouse and post harvesting activities in a diverse sort of activities (greenhouse, warehouse and office)
• Support the implementation of technological tools applied to the breeding program

We also consider the following matters important:

• Competencies
• Problem-solving
• Organized able to follow planification with clear timelines

• Qualification/skills
• Completed education at minimum MBO level
• Computer (Excel, word, outlook, teams)
• Green-fingers, like working with plants and fruits
• Processes implementation
• Fluent in Dutch, intermediate level of English or committed to achieve intermediate level in two years

Your benefits and working environment

• 25 days paid holidays (by full time employment)
• 13 days paid ATV (by full time employment)
• Vitality leave to facilitate sustainable employability (number of days depending on age)
• Holiday allowance of 8,33%
• Hybrid working policy (depending on the job)
• Flexible working hours (depending on the job)
• Lease-a-bike to promote sustainable employability
• Discount on collective health insurances with CZ and Nationale Nederlanden
• Commuting allowance according to the CLA for Horticultural Seed Companies
• Free fresh fruits
• Free fresh vegetables to take home in the growing season
• CLA for Horticultural Seed Companies
• Career opportunities within Limagrain Group (access to all vacancies, locally & abroad)
• Leaning & Development opportunities (Limagrain Group)
• Working with passionate colleagues
• Active Employee Association (regular events, e.g BBQ & Padel)

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process consists of two interviews (we may deviate from this process in particular cases, in which you will be informed in advance.)
The first interview focuses on understanding the candidate’s background, experience, and motivation for the role, as well as assessing overall fit.
The second interview is more in-depth and explores role-specific skills, competencies, and alignment with the team and company culture. A final decision is made following this stage.

Candidates may be asked to complete an assessment designed to evaluate role-specific skills.