Horticulture Grower

Hussey & Co Pty Ltd
ABN: 35913060246
Horticulture Grower
SALARY OFFERED: $70,000 – $75,000 (Fulltime)
9 South Boundary Road East, Somerville VIC 3912
Our growing FMCG business located on the Mornington Peninsula, is looking for an energetic, passionate & highly experienced Horticulture Grower
Duties will include:
• 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
• Manage work health and safety processes.
It is essential you possess the following
• Hands on and show of commitment
• Successful completion of an appropriate Trade Qualification
• Proven post-trade experience in a similar role or ability to adapt and display skills required
• Proven ability and willingness to work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the business
• Ability to work autonomously, without supervision