Production & Dispatch Horticulture Trainee Role (Certificate III In Horticulture)

Start Your Horticulture Career With One Of Australia's Leading Wholesale Plant Growers!

Are you looking to build a rewarding, long-term career in horticulture while getting paid to learn? Future1st is partnering with one of Australia's leading wholesale plant growers for four motivated Horticulture Trainees to complete a Certificate III in Horticulture while working full-time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a nursery that develops and breeds new plant varieties, supplies major retailers including Bunnings, and exports premium plants internationally. With a supportive team, structured on‑the‑job training, and genuine career pathways, you'll gain valuable industry experience from day one.

Whether you're just starting your career, looking for a fresh direction, returning to the workforce, or simply passionate about working outdoors, we'd love to hear from you. If you're motivated, eager to learn, and enjoy hands‑on work, this could be the perfect opportunity to build a long‑term career in horticulture.

Key Responsibilities

- Preparing potting media and containers ready for planting seeds, tissue cultures and cuttings
- Routinely monitoring plants to ensure healthy growth and checking for weed, insect, disease and fertilizer problems, along with watering as required




- Working with machinery in our Greenhouse Production areas for potting and propagating
- Working alongside a fast‑paced production line preparing plants for dispatch
- Picking and preparing orders with accuracy and care
- Assisting other nursery teams involved in the production stage of plants as required

Working Hours

- Full‑time (38 hours per week)
- Monday to Friday
- Early starts depending on the team:
- Dispatch Team: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Propagation Team: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

- Four‑day work week may be available depending on operational requirements
- Minimal overtime

Qualifications

- A genuine interest in plants and horticulture
- A positive attitude and strong willingness to learn
- Valuable physical fitness and the ability to perform repetitive manual tasks
- The ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Strong teamwork, reliability and punctuality
- A willingness to follow workplace health and safety procedures

Requirements

- Must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen/Permanent Resident
- MUST HAVE driving license and a car
- Willing to complete a 12‑month accredited TAFE course online
- Ability to perform physically demanding and repetitive tasks
- Willingness to learn, passionate and driven

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