Nursery Team Member - Production / Propagation / DispatchNursery Team Member - Production / Propagation / DispatchAbout UsRumbalara Nursery is a family owned and operated wholesale seedling nursery at the Glass House Mountains, Sunshine Coast.We are seeking an additional nursery team member to help us grow our friendly, though quick-paced nursery.There is potential to develop the role into a part-time or full-time position for the right person/s.The PositionYou will be working with a friendly and effective team in an outdoor, all-weather environment helping us to grow and distribute seedlings to independent nurseries throughout Queensland.Nursery experience is welcome, but it isn't essential.
We're happy to train the right person if you have a good attitude, are willing to learn and take pride in doing a job properly.The exact mix of duties can be flexible depending on the skills and experience you bring.
You may work across production, propagation, plant care, dispatch or general maintenance duties.The RoleTasks the role may include:Selecting and preparing plants for despatch or customer ordersMoving & spacing plant stockAssisting with loading/unloading nursery vehicles or trolleysPropagating plants via cutting, seeding, or prickingRecording and interpreting basic data related to work tasksOperating propagation equipment, e.g., potting or seeding machine, tray washer, soil mixer etcOperation of skid steer, forklift or other nursery vehicles (if qualified)Trimming, weeding, maintaining, fertilising and watering seedlings and potted plantsMaintaining a safe and tidy nurseryAssisting with general maintenance, e.g., whipper-snipping, irrigation, spraying (if qualified).
About YouEssential Qualities for the applicant:Physically fit and able...



we are always moving -- lifting, pushing, bending, walking and reaching is required.Be comfortable working in all weather conditionsIntegrity, honesty, and respectfulnessAbility to follow instructions and operational manuals and proceduresHighly motivated to work efficiently and safely independently or in small work teamsHave pride in your work and attention to detailAbility to work in a safe and respectful manner in accordance with our OH&S; and HR policies and procedures, and in compliance with Government codes and legislationReliable, and able to commit to shifts ranging between Mon - Thursday (some Fridays), with hours ranging between 5:30am - 2:00pm (Spring/Summer) & 6:00am - 2:30pm (Autumn/Winter).
The legal right to work and live in Australia is essential.Desirable (though not essential) skillsPlease list these or other relevant skills (but do not be deterred if you do not have them):Wholesale or production nurseriesHorticulture or plant productionPropagation from cuttings or seedPotting, transplanting or plant carePicking, packing, quality control or dispatchNursery machinery or production equipmentIrrigation, maintenance or practical/mechanical workChemical application or ChemCertMR/HR truck drivingFarming, manufacturing, warehousing or another fast-paced production environment.Nursery experience is welcome, though not essential.
We're happy to train the right person.
What matters most to us is reliability, a good attitude, attention to detail, willingness to learn and being able to work well as part of a team.PaymentPayment terms and conditions will be guided by the Nursery Award (MA******) and NES (e.g., Adult casual from $***** p/hr (Grade 1A)) or more, depending on your relevant experience and task undertaken.
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📌 Nursery Team Member – Production / Propagation / Dispatch (Queensland)
🏢 Rumbalara Nursery
📍 Queensland