We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic Horticultural & Wholesale Assistant to join our team at Geelong Flower Farm. This is a hands-on and varied role suited to someone who has a genuine passion for flowers, horticulture and working within a fast-paced flower farm and wholesale environment. Experience in this field is great, however not 100% needed. A passion and drive to learn is priority.
A 3-month trial period will apply. Part Time - 30+ hours, with likelihood for hours to increase to full time over busy periods.
Key responsibilities
Picking and harvesting flowers and crops
Assisting with growing, planting and general crop maintenance
Preparing flowers and stock for wholesale
Loading, unloading and moving flower stock
Assisting with general farm and wholesale operations
Driving company vehicles and trucks as required
Attending the flower market for one night shift per week
Working closely with our team and following direction from management
About you
Has previous experience working with flowers, horticulture, farming or crop production
Has experience picking and growing crops,
ideally within a flower farm environment
Holds a current truck licence and manual driver's licence
Is available and willing to work one night shift per week for the flower market
Is physically capable and comfortable with safe heavy lifting and manual work
Has a genuine passion for flowers, horticulture and hands-on work
Is reliable, punctual, flexible and accommodating
Has valuable communication skills and works well within a team
Understands instructions and takes direction well
Is willing to learn and assist across different areas of the business
What We're Looking For Reliability and flexibility are extremely important to us. We need someone who is happy to get involved and understands that farm and wholesale work can vary depending on crops, seasons and the operational needs of the business.
This role would be ideal for someone who enjoys being outdoors, isn't afraid of physical work and takes pride in being part of the process of growing, picking and preparing quality flowers.