Nursery Production Manager – Horticulture

Arborline Nursery is a major nursery in Southwest Victoria (located in Hamilton) growing forestry seedlings and cuttings for the hardwood and softwood industry as well as a range of species for farm shelter, farm forestry, riparian, wetland and re-vegetation plantings.
The nursery is a modern innovative facility propagating up to 7 million plants per annum. It was established in 2000 developing a reputation for quality plants and service.
An opportunity exists for a production manager to manage the day to day growing.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
The position would entail: Propagating to produce plants to required specifications at despatch. Supervising the seeding and cutting programs; and consolidation/sorting ready for despatch. Planning and carrying out the irrigation, disease and pest control needs. Planning and maintaining of detailed growing and production records. Collaborating with other key staff including the Native Vegetation Grower/Co-ordinator and Maintenance Manager. Supervision, management and training of nursery hand staff. Liaising and planning growing and despatch with our forestry clients. Participation in and continuing development of our OHS program. Reporting to the General Manager. Experience: Demonstrated propagating and growing experience. Ability to collaborate with key staff and supervise nursery hands. A keen interest in propagating and growing plants. Qualifications: Horticultural qualifications at tertiary level would be looked upon favourably. A minimum of TAFE HORT 4. Proficiency in spreadsheet programs and other Microsoft Office applications. Very good written communication and numeracy skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr