Horticulturist

Client
Our client is an orchard and vegetable garden farming operation in the beautiful Megalong Valley, just two hours’ drive from Sydney. It has a renowned restaurant with seating up to 60, and has 360-degree views of escarpment and bushland. Nearly all the vegetables, fruit and herbs on the menu are grown organically on site, in large gardens that visitors can walk through and learn about from our onsite production managers. Regeneration and organic agriculture underpin the farming ethos of this business and restaurant.

Role
Approximately 10 acres of the farm are run as a horticultural enterprise (and includes a greenhouse), growing a wide range of vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, herbs, olives, and berries. The key responsibilities of the Horticulturist are as follows:

• 5 to 10 years’ experience growing a range of market garden vegetables.
• Garden services including pruning, weeding, leaf, and rubbish removal
• Identification and treatment of weeds, pests and diseases in both plants and turf
• Planting, feeding and fertilisation of plants and turf assets
• Assist with minor landscape upgrades
• Assist with the day-to-day running of the irrigation systems including the reporting of faults and repairs to the system
• Maintain professional relationships with staff and external stakeholders
• Provide information and customer service to restaurant visitors when required

Key requirements

• Cert III in Horticulture or Parks and Gardens
• Strong horticultural background in lawn and gardening maintenance
• A manual driver's licence is preferred
• Chemical Users licence (ACUP) is preferred
• Knowledge of irrigation systems is preferred
• Demonstrated leadership abilities

To succeed in this role, you will showcase your genuine passion for gardening, initiative and leadership skills while mentoring our apprentices and other grounds team members.

Location
The role is located in the Blue Mountains at Megalong Valley, pristine enviroment, beautiful scenery.
  
Remuneration
A very attractive salary and remuneration package, including accommodation, are designed to attract the right candidates for this role. Accommodation is available for singles or families, with a range of lovely houses available overlooking the beautiful Megalong Valley.

To Apply
Please feel free to apply for this role via the Apply button or email me at ***@agri.com.au  (Dr. Ray Johnson, Managing Director, Agricultural Appointments). To apply for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Applications via email cannot be accepted.