Horticulture Worker

apartmentLaguna Nurseries Ltd placeDublin calendar_month 

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In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.

Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description
  1. 5141944885254;-6.12087488174438;Laguna , Channel Road , Rush , Co. Dublin , K56 Y768

As a horticultural worker at Laguna nurseries ltd you will perform tasks to cultivate, maintain, and harvest plants, crops, and trees.

Planting and Propagation: Sowing seeds, planting bulbs, taking cuttings, grafting, or transplanting seedlings and plants.
Crop Maintenance: Watering, fertilizing, pruning, weeding, and mulching to promote healthy growth.
Pest and Disease Control: Monitoring plants for pests or diseases, applying pesticides or organic treatments, and removing affected plants.
Soil Preparation: Testing and amending soil, tilling, and preparing beds for planting.
Harvesting: Picking fruits, vegetables, flowers, or other crops at optimal times, ensuring quality and minimal damage.

Equipment Operation: Using and maintaining tools like shovels, pruners, sprayers, or machinery such as tractors or mowers.

Key Requirements:
Physical Fitness: Ability to perform labour-intensive tasks like lifting, bending, and standing for long periods, often outdoors in varying weather.
Plant Knowledge: Basic understanding of plant care, growth cycles, and identification; familiarity with common pests and diseases.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with tools (e.g., pruners, shovels) and equipment (e.g., mowers, sprayers); ability to maintain and operate them safely.
Attention to Detail: Precision in tasks like pruning, planting, or applying treatments to ensure plant health and quality.
Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safe handling of chemicals (e.g., pesticides, fertilizers) and adherence to workplace safety protocols.
Teamwork and Communication: Ability to work collaboratively, follow instructions.
Adaptability: Flexibility to handle seasonal tasks or changing priorities, such as harvesting or preparing for weather shifts.
Education/Training: Vocational training in horticulture, botany, or agriculture is preferred.
Experience: Prior experience in gardening, farming, or landscaping is essential.
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  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]
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