Horticulture Grower

Job Responsibility:

·        Cultivating and Manage the growth of various plants, including fruits, vegetables, crops

Duties:

·        Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors

·        Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks

·        Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions

·        Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce

·        Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control

·        Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems

·        Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand

·        Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management

·        May select, train and supervise staff and contractors

·        Develop climate risk management strategies

·        Manage work health and safety processes

Qualification:

·        AQF Bachelor of higher

·        2-3 years of experience in related field.

·        At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected salary: $68,000 - $80,000 per year