31 Oct
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Global Fruit Supply
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Murray Upper
31 Oct
Global Fruit Supply
Murray Upper
Number of Positions: 4 Industry: Agriculture & Farming (Horticulture)
Salary:
$75,000 to $85,000 per annum Employment Type: Full-time **
Location:
Murray Upper QLD 4854 Employer: 567 Bilyana Road MURRAY UPPER QLD 4854*
* DO FARMING INVESTMENT PTY LTD is seeking a motivated and experienced Nurseryperson (Nursery Supervisor) to join our team in Murray Upper, Queensland 4854. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate horticultural professional to take an active role in nursery operations, plant propagation, plant health management, and the day-to-day supervision of nursery activities. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards of plant quality, nursery presentation, productivity, and sustainable horticultural practices. We are looking for someone with strong practical horticultural knowledge, sound organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare potting media, growing mixtures, and containers for planting.
- Select, propagate, and plant seeds, bulbs, cuttings, and other plant materials.
- Perform budding, grafting, and other plant propagation techniques.
- Monitor plant growth and maintain appropriate watering and growing conditions.
- Operate and manage manual and automated irrigation systems.
- Apply fertilisers and approved pesticides in accordance with product instructions and applicable safety requirements.
- Monitor plant health and identify, prevent, and manage pests and diseases.
- Maintain accurate records of propagation, soil and potting mixtures, plantings, treatments, plant losses, and yields.
- Select, prepare, package, and present plants for sale or delivery.
- Provide advice on plant selection,
growing conditions, and plant care where required. Key Qualifications &
Experience:
- Certificate III in Horticulture, an equivalent qualification, or a higher relevant qualification.
- At least one year of experience in a nursery, plant production, or horticultural environment.
- Practical knowledge of plant propagation, including seed raising, cuttings, budding, and grafting.
- Knowledge of plant nutrition, irrigation, pest management, and disease control.
- Experience using nursery tools, machinery, irrigation systems, and horticultural equipment.
- Strong organisational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Positive attention to detail and a commitment to plant quality and workplace safety.
- Flexibility to work across the week, including weekends when required.
- Have the legal right to work in Australia. Benefits
- Full-time employment with an immediate start available.
- Competitive remuneration, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- The opportunity to contribute to a growing horticultural operation.
- Long-term employment potential for the right candidate. Eligibility Criteria: Before applying, please ensure that:
- You are legally eligible to work in Australia and available for an immediate start.
- You can commit to weekend work as required.
- You are seeking a long-term, full-time role. If you are passionate about horticulture and looking for an exciting opportunity in the nursery industry, we would love to hear from you
📌 Nurseryperson (Nursery Supervisor (Murray Upper)
🏢 Global Fruit Supply
📍 Murray Upper