Skilled Horticultural Worker

About Us:

SA Mushrooms started as a humble family-run farm, but today, we proudly supply

mushrooms to major supermarkets, greengrocers, and produce markets across not

only South Australia and Australia-wide.

Nestled in the fertile Adelaide Plains, our state-of-the-art facility grows fresh and

healthy Swiss brown, White button, and Field mushrooms.

We’re passionate about delivering top-quality produce to Australian families, and we

achieve this by placing a strong emphasis on our delicately hand-picked and packing

process. Even as we’ve grown, we’ve remained 100% family-owned, staying true to

our high standards and “paddock to plate” philosophy.

Role Overview:

As a Skilled Horticultural Worker you will use your knowledge and skills in horticultural

farm to undertake propagation, cultivation, harvest and processing of crops in a

production horticulture environment. The work is not seasonal and can be undertaken

all year round.

Required Experience:

• Have 1 year of work experience
• Undergo a skills assessment by the Designated Area Representative; and
• Have at least a relevant AQF Certificate II qualification or equivalent; or 3 years of relevant work experience to substitute the qualification

Duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare growing media and suitable trays, pots and containers.
• Undertake the propagation, planting and pruning operations.
• Prepare and apply pesticide and weedicide to crops.
• Undertake irrigation, fertigation and fumigation activities.
• Maintain soil, hydroponic, plant, treatment and yield records.
• Undertake transport and logistics tasks for delivery of sales stock.
• Operate horticultural machinery and equipment to clear and cultivate land, sow and
• Harvest crops, process and pack crops.
• Ensure relevant equipment and machinery is maintained

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive team environment

Interested in working with us?

To apply, simply complete the questions and attach your resume. We look forward to receiving your application!