Horticulture Grower

Established in 1995, Dans Plants has grown to become one of the largest wholesale nurseries in Australia. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Horticulture Grower to join our team on a full-time basis. As a Dans Plants Horticulture Grower, you will play a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and overseeing the production and marketing of nursery stock. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring optimal crop health, yield, and profitability while considering environmental and market factors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horticulture, crop management, and business acumen to effectively contribute to the success of our nursery

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and coordinate the production of plant stock, taking into account environmental factors and market demands, and adjusting schedules based on these factors

• Identify and select appropriate seeds, tissue culture plant stock for cultivation

• Develop comprehensive strategies for cultivating, fertilizing and watering to maintain optimal production and growing conditions

• Organise and supervise daily greenhouse operations, including potting, spacing, grading and dispatching of stock through to the Greenhouse Packing Team

• Implement and maintain biosecurity measures to ensure plant health and control pests and weeds effectively

• Oversee and liaise with the maintenance team regarding infrastructure including greenhouse equipment, machinery, water supply systems and irrigation systems

• Advise management on the production and planning of future stock, taking into account market trends and customer demands

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of greenhouse stock activities

• Utilise Dans Plants machinery to streamline operations and maximise productivity

• Provide guidance, support, training and supervision to employees in the Main Greenhouse

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

•Cert III / Cert IV in Horticulture(or minimum 5 years’ experience as a Horticulture Grower in a large nursery setting)

• Proven experience in a large nursery environment

• Strong understanding of market trends and environmental factors affecting nursery production

• Proficient in using nursery technology and data analysis tools

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities