Grower - Motherstock House

Ball Australia is a wholesale young plant nursery operating from custom built facilities in Skye, in the outer suburbs of Melbourne. The nursery produces starter plants and seedlings which are then shipped Australia wide. 

We are looking for a hands-on Grower who is looking for an exciting full-time career at Ball Australia. The successful applicant would ideally have some growing knowledge; and skills that can be easily transferred to a production nursery. We would consider applicants who have no formal education or experience but who have a desire to learn from one of the leading horticultural companies in the industry.  

This role will be in our newly built Motherstock House, reporting to the Head of Motherstock. In this area of the nursery we have extensive hygiene protocols that must be strictly enforced. Only non-smokers can apply due to the risk of tobacco-borne viruses being transmitted. On the job training and mentoring will be provided.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Crop irrigation management.
• Crop nutrition and specification monitoring.
• Pest and Disease Management.
• Manage and deliver optimal plant nutritional requirements for motherstock plants.
• Be part of the weekend/out of hours watering/spraying roster.  

Skills and experience

• Previous motherstock growing knowledge would be beneficial.
• Qualifications in horticulture, science or similar would be ideal but not a necessity.   
• An interest in motherstock and cutting production is essential.
• Have sound analytical skills, can help solve problems and a positive attitude. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Someone who is highly self-motivated and works well in a team environment as well as individually.

Job benefits and perks

The role is for someone who wants to forge a career in horticulture as it will provide lots of opportunities to grow and develop using resources from Ball Australia, as well as other Ball companies around the world. The new greenhouse is state of the art and provides a great workplace, with its own offices and facilities. You will be working with an enthusiastic young team.