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.
• Use pest control: Spray or apply pesticides or fertilizers to control bugs, diseases, weeds, or poor soil conditions.
• 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.

The suitable applicant must have at least three years of relevant work experience or a related qualification. Candidates will be paid $28 NZD per hour and will be guaranteed a minimum of 30 hours of work per week, with the potential to work up to 50 hours per week. All the hours will be paid at $28.