Junior Grower - Nursery

Job No: FHT1177
Location: Warragul

Welcome to Flavorite Warragul! 

Join the vibrant team at Flavorite Group's Warragul site in Victoria, where we've recently expanded our state-of-the-art nursery area to meet growing demand. As a leading name in the horticultural industry, we’re committed to innovation and excellence in plant cultivation. We’re currently seeking a Junior Grower to support our expanding operations. If you’re passionate about plants and eager to grow your career in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our thriving team and contribute to our continued success. 

Responsibilities include:

•    Perform/Assist with nursery tasks to ensure target times are going to be achieved
•    Liaise with Senior Grower- Nursery regarding the nursery crop planning for the following week
•    Ensure all equipment required for nursery operations is organised and that the team members are trained

•    Assist Grower & Senior Grower – Nursery  with the management of the Nursery’s growing environment using climate control software
•    Respond to Nursery alarms/ Participate in on-call roster
•    Assist Grower to manage labour to achieve order timelines
•    Assist with implementation of growing strategy
•    Assist with project management of orders
•    Operate nursery equipment; ie blocking on, sowing machine, spreader
•    Make fertiliser mix to specifications
•    Assist with waste removaI, PM Monitoring and reporting, crop registration, management of trial and germination testing
•    Implement crop strategy relating to irrigation, growing environment, crop care and IPM 
•    Participate in weekend roster

Previous Horticulture experience and/or relevant tertiary qualification is desirable, however not essential for this position. This role would suit a passionate individual seeking a career in people management and growing operations.

What will you bring to the role:

  • Previous leadership experience 
  • Strong numeracy and computer skills 
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar environment
  • First Aid Certificate and Forklift License highly desirable along with Climate Control software experience. 

Why work for Flavorite?

  • We work with the latest technology and highly value continuous improvement
  • We grow over 3 million seedlings per year!
  • We love to share our knowledge and develop our team to offer a long-term career
  • We have a strong leadership training program
  • We have a variety of crops to increase your knowledge
  • We are the leading Australian glasshouse producer
  • We value training, safety and our people
  • We have a great team in a fun and friendly environment
  • Free fresh produce every fortnight!

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