Our Client, Sandhu & Chouhan Produce is seeking an experienced and motivated Nursery Person to join our established horticultural farming operation in Bucca, NSW.
Tasks Include:
· Prepare soil and growing areas, including applying fertilisers and organic matter and maintaining appropriate drainage.
· Select and plant suitable seeds, seedlings, bulbs and cuttings in growing beds and containers.
· Prepare potting media, growing beds and containers for planting.
· Plant crops at appropriate spacing and depth and undertake ongoing plant maintenance.
· Carry out pruning, de-budding, tipping and other plant maintenance activities.
· Perform plant propagation activities, including grafting plants onto suitable rootstock where required.
· Operate and monitor irrigation systems to maintain appropriate water levels for plant growth.
· Monitor plants for pests, diseases, weeds and other health issues and undertake appropriate treatment and control measures.
· Apply fertilisers,
pesticides and herbicides safely and in accordance with workplace procedures.
· Maintain records relating to planting, soil mixtures, treatments, plant losses and crop yields.
· Maintain nursery and growing areas in a clean, safe and productive condition.
Qualifications and Skills:
· Diploma-level qualification in Horticulture or a relevant field.
· Minimum 2 year of relevant full-time experience as a Nursery Person or in a closely related horticultural role.
· Valuable knowledge of plant propagation, establishment and maintenance.
· Practical knowledge of irrigation, fertilisation, pest and disease control.
· Ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
· Valuable attention to detail and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
· Commitment to secure and environmentally responsible horticultural practices.
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🏢 Sandhu & Chouhan Produce
📍 Coffs Harbour
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