The Nursery & Plant Propagation Technician is responsible for the propagation, grafting, cultivation, and ongoing care of young plants and rootstock for commercial nursery production and future orchard establishment.

The role involves applying specialised horticultural knowledge and practical propagation techniques to produce healthy, vigorous and suitable plants. The employee will undertake nursery preparation, propagation, grafting, plant health management, irrigation, nutritional management, and plant selection activities.

About the Role

We are seeking 3 experienced Nursery & Plant Propagation Technician to join our horticultural operations. The successful applicant will be responsible for propagating, grafting, cultivating and maintaining nursery plants and rootstock for commercial horticultural production.

The role requires practical horticultural knowledge and experience in plant propagation, nursery cultivation, plant health management and irrigation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Selecting and preparing rootstock, cuttings and other plant propagation materials.

  • Propagating plants through grafting, budding, cuttings and other appropriate techniques.

  • Preparing growing media, propagation beds and nursery planting areas.

  • Cultivating and maintaining seedlings, rootstock and grafted plants.

  • Monitoring plant growth, root development and grafting success.

  • Identifying and managing plant pests, diseases and nutritional deficiencies.

  • Operating and maintaining nursery irrigation systems.

  • Applying fertilisers, nutrients and approved plant protection treatments.

  • Selecting, grading and preparing nursery stock for transplanting and commercial planting.

  • Maintaining accurate nursery production, propagation and plant health records.

  • Following workplace health and safety and biosecurity procedures.

Skills and Experience

Applicants must have:

  • A relevant NZQF Level 4 horticultural qualification or at least two years of relevant practical experience.

  • Knowledge and experience in plant propagation, grafting and nursery cultivation.

  • Understanding of plant health, irrigation, fertilisation and pest and disease management.

  • Ability to work independently and undertake specialised nursery activities.

  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

  • Commitment to workplace health and safety and nursery biosecurity requirements.

 

The role is full-time, with a minimum of 30 hours per week, between Monday and Sunday. The role is weather dependent. Hourly rate between $31 - $35 per hour, depending on experience. 

How to Apply

Applicants should submit an updated CV outlining their relevant qualifications, practical experience and skills in plant propagation and nursery operations.

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