Nursery Labourer – Seasonal Horticulture Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a reliable Nursery Labourer to join our team for the upcoming season. The work will be performed outdoors in a non‑smoking environment, following safety and pesticide handling guidelines while supporting the growth and health of trees, shrubs and other plants.

Key responsibilities

• Bud and prune trees, shrubs and other plants.
• Clean greenhouse areas and maintain workspaces.
• Cut seeds, plant bulbs, and transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings.
• Mix and prepare soils, apply fertilizers, and spray insecticides or fungicides.
• Load and unload vehicles, handling loads up to 23 kg (50 lb).
• Water, tend to lawns and gardens, and report any signs of pest or disease damage.
• Dig up and relocate root balls of trees and shrubs.
• Apply mulch and other ground covers to protect plant roots.
• Maintain basic records of plant health and treatment applications.

Required profile

• Dependable and a strong team player.
• Physically capable of repetitive, demanding tasks, including standing, bending, crouching and lifting up to 23 kg.
• Own transportation to travel to the work site.
• Willingness to learn on the job; no prior experience required.