Market Gardener

Bacchus Marsh Grammar is an independent, co-educational non-denominational, Prep to Year 12 School with three vibrant campuses in Melbourne’s west. The school has a proud history of high-quality education, celebrating student achievement, endeavour, well - being and community spirit.

As one of the fastest growing schools in the country, Bacchus Marsh Grammar is proud of its innovative and expansive curriculum, excellence in teaching and its supportive and inclusive community. The school prides itself on being an employer of choice and the professionalism, diligence and quality of its staff.

 Position

The Market Gardener will play a pivotal role in establishing, maintaining and harvesting a mixture of garden produce and orchards at the Staughton Vale Campus. This position will be responsible for:

• Management of the production of fruit, vegetables and herbs, disease control and other tasks associated with production of produce in a market garden and orchard.
• Will have a broad foundation knowledge of horticulture including soils, nutrition, water management, weed control, pest and disease management, etc.
• Management and maintenance of irrigation systems
• Propagation of vegetables, flowers and herbs.
• Knowledge of the specific requirements for growing the fruit and vegetables and an ability to choose varieties that are most productive and that extend the growing season.
• Plot and bed preparation and management.

This position will be primarily based at the Staughton Vale campus. Position is a full time, ongoing employment opportunity. 

A copy of the position description for this opportunity can be obtained from our website www.bmg.vic.edu.au.

The successful applicant will have:

Key Selection Criteria (competencies, qualifications, knowledge and experience)

• Skills to operate machinery and equipment, and apply safe work practices. 
• An understanding of harvest and post -harvest handling practices.
• Qualification or significant experience in farming and horticulture.
• A demonstrated passion and experience in biological, organic and regenerative agricultural practices.
• Excellent interpersonal/ communication (written and oral) and management skills
• Experience managing seasonal workers
• Demonstrated relevant experience in a similar position (desirable)
• Current Working with Children Check (employment card) (or willing to obtain); 
• Current National Criminal History Check (or willing to obtain)
• Current and valid Australian Driver’s License.

How to Apply

If this looks like the opportunity you have been looking for, please click on the Apply Now above to commence the application process. 

Addressed to Mr. Jacob Last, Building, Grounds and Maintenance Manager your application should include a current curriculum vitae listing contact details of two professional referees, together with a one-page cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria. Any further questions regarding this employment opportunity can be directed to Jacob on (03) 5366 4800. 

Applications close 9.00am, Friday 15th March 2024. 

All children and young people who come to Bacchus Marsh Grammar have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment. The school regards its child safe responsibilities with the utmost importance. Further information is available on the school’s website.