_**Hussey & Co Pty Ltd**_
- **ABN: 35913060246**_
- **Horticulture Grower**_
**SALARY OFFERED: $70,000 - $75,000 (Fulltime)**
9 South Boundary Road East, Somerville VIC 3912
Our growing FMCG business located on the Mornington Peninsula, is looking for an energetic, passionate & highly experienced Horticulture Grower
**Duties will include**:
- Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
- Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks.
- Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
- Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
- Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
- Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
- Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
- Manage work health and safety processes.
**It is essential you possess the following**
- Hands on and show of commitment
- Successful completion of an appropriate Trade Qualification
- Proven post-trade experience in a similar role or ability to adapt and display skills required
- Proven ability and willingness to work as part of a team
- Ability to communicate across all levels of the business
- Ability to work autonomously, without supervision
**Salary**: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Salary packaging
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)
Work Location: In person