Get a kick start in Horticulture and be the future of the industry.Learn how to grow and care for native tubestock plants at our Yarragon or Moe Nursery Sites. Join a dynamic, family-owned company and leader in the Horticulture and Landscaping Industries.Multiple full-time positions are available, with plenty of scope for career progression!No experience necessary – you just need a can-do attitude, thirst for learning and willingness to work in the outdoors!
About Habitat Creations
Habitat Creations is a family-owned company specialising in large-scale urban landscaping, natural environment remediation and revegetation, and native plant supply via our Wholesale Nursery. Our Nursery division is where the Habitat Creations story began and is still the backbone of our entire operations, Our Wholesale Nursery grows several million indigenous aquatic and terrestrial plants per year, supplying the landscaping industry, state and local government, water authorities, catchment management authorities, private landholders and our own Landscaping and Environment projects. Together, we work towards our shared purpose; to create a healthier environment for all living communities.
The opportunity
As a Junior Nursery Hand, you’ll play an important role in providing assistance to the Plant Production and Plant Health & Maintenance teams! You’ll fulfil a range of general duties including tray filling, stock movement, pot washing, and weed management, whilst gaining valuable experience in our skilled horticultural teams, including: pricking out, dividing and tubing up seedlings, labelling, record keeping, fertilising, and pest and disease management. Nursery work is challenging, diverse and rewarding teamwork in the great outdoors! At Habitat Creations you’ll be part of a friendly team committed to growing healthy, resilient native plants for our environment.
Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- An enthusiasm for plants and the horticulture industry, and a thirst for knowledge
- The ability to complete physical work in all weather conditions
- Dexterity / fine motor skills
- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- The ability to follow instructions and the confidence to ask questions if you’re unsure
- Reliable and punctual
- A friendly and positive mindset
- Reliable transport to our Moe or Yarragon Nursery sites
The application process
This is a junior role classified under the Nursery Award, and applicants must be between 16 and 19 years old for eligibility purposes. Click ‘apply now’ to apply via Seek. Make sure to include a copy of your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and skills that indicate your suitability for the role. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
