Job description -
You will support the general running of plant nursery, working with crops, and plant production.
Plant
• be organised, to efficently work with plants.
• follow spoken/written instructions and guidance from supervisors, and manufacturer’s instructions.
• maintain plant and soil health by watering, feeding, weeding, and spraying.
• monitor crops for pests and diseases and report any concerns quickly.
• monitor and control weeds using manual, mechanical and herbicides as required.
• use plant protection products as part of an integrated pest management programme.
Plant production
• sow seeds manually.
• fill trays and transplant seedlings.
• propagation from cuttings.
• harvesting, packing, and grading trees to customer specification.
• keep accurate records of operational outputs using the methods provided by nursery management.
• report issues promptly.
Health and safety
• follow health and safety training and instructions.
• use checklists and risk assessments when for tasks.
• follow proper lifting techniques and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
• correctly and safely use trollies or other manual handling equipment as required.
Team working
• work as part of a team or on your own to achieve nursery targets and goals.
• use your initiative to work proactively to complete tasks.
• be willing to undertake training to improve your skills.
candidate specification
• experience working in a plant nursery (not essential)
• ability to work as part of a team and on your own.
• able to complete manual tasks and work indoors and outdoors.
ROLE - IS TEMP - PERM
PAY - £12.50-13.50
Working days- Monday - Friday
Working Hours 8am-5pm
if you are interested in this role please apply or contact iRecruitment on (phone number removed)