Nurseryperson

We are looking for a Nursery Person to help grow, care for, and prepare plants for sale and for planting in greenhouses.

We are looking for a Nursery Worker to help grow, care for, and prepare plants for sale and for planting in greenhouses. The job involves hands-on work with soil, seeds and plants in Franklin, Waikato and be able to work the following duties:

- Prepare soil and pots: Mix potting media and fill containers before planting seeds or plants. Make sure the mix has the right nutrients for good plant growth.

- Plant seeds and cuttings: Choose the right seeds, bulbs, or plant cuttings and plant them in pots, garden beds, or lawn areas.

- Grafting and budding: Attach cuttings or buds to plant roots to grow new plants. This helps grow stronger or special kinds of plants.

- Water plants: Water plants by hand or use automatic watering systems. Make sure plants get the right amount of water.

- Pack and prepare plants: Choose healthy plants, clean them, and package them nicely for delivery or sale.

- Checking plants daily to spot any signs of disease or stress.

- Cleaning tools and keeping the nursery area tidy.

- Labelling plants and updating price tags.

- Working outdoors in different weather conditions.

- Maintain correct temperature, humidity, and light in greenhouses or shade houses.
- Set up trellises, supports, and netting where necessary.