Horticulturalist

Job Description

16d ago , from NRMJobs Environmental Jobs

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Western Plains Flora is a leading wholesale tubestock production nursery that specialises in local flora for revegetation works in grasslands, grassy woodlands and other EVC's. We produce approximately 80% of our stock in forestry tubes and the balance (wildflowers and grasses) in cells.

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We are located in a rural setting in Wildwood, 9 km North of Melbourne Airport.

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We grow a wide range of indigenous species to a high standard to service the needs of many clients in the North/West of Melbourne. Our specialty is grasslands, including many rare and endangered species.

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We have a full-time position available for someone who has a keen interest in the Australian Flora. You will be joining an enthusiastic team to assist in all aspects of plant nursery production.

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The position will involve a range of duties including stock management, order picking and stock movement but plant production is the key role. May also include some plant deliveries.

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The job is full-time Monday to Friday with attractive above award wages. If you take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a successful team then this job could be for you.

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Important Selection Criteria

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• Experience in plant production and management (2-3 years commercial production nursery). Qualifications (Hort certificate 3 or 4 or equivalent) will be highly regarding but are not essential.
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• Accuracy in record keeping and attention to details.
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• Team player.
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• Good interpersonal skills.
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• Good work ethics, fit and healthy with reliable transport (there is no public transport in Wildwood).
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