Posted 22d ago

NURSERYPERSON

Dhillon Farms Hillston NSW 2675

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$70,000 - $80,000

JOB OPPORTUNITY NURSERYPERSON

Dhillon Farms

Hillston, NSW 2675, Australia

About Us

Dhillon Farms is a well-established agricultural enterprise based in Hillston, NSW, specialising in banana cultivation and commercial horticulture. We are committed to quality production, sustainable farming practices, and a safe, supportive workplace.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Nurseryperson to join our team. The role involves hands-on nursery operations and crop management to ensure healthy plant production across the farm.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Prepare seedbeds, potting mixtures, and growing media for plant propagation
  2. Propagate plants using seeds, cuttings, grafting, and budding techniques
  3. Perform banana crop cultural practices including de-leafing, de-suckering, bell-injecting, and bagging
  4. Conduct plant inspections and manage pests and diseases
  5. Operate and maintain irrigation and fertigation systems
  6. Monitor soil conditions and apply fertilisers as required
  7. Maintain accurate records of planting, treatments, and chemical usage
  8. Safely operate nursery equipment and farm vehicles
  9. Ensure compliance with biosecurity and WHS standards

Skills & Competencies

  1. Strong knowledge of plant propagation and nursery production techniques
  2. Practical understanding of banana crop management and horticultural practices
  3. Ability to identify plant health issues, pests, and diseases
  4. Experience with irrigation and fertigation systems
  5. Basic record-keeping and documentation skills
  6. Ability to safely operate farm machinery and tools
  7. Good time management and organisational skills
  8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  9. Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety

Requirements Experience

  1. Minimum 1 year experience in nursery operations, horticulture, or agriculture

Qualifications & Licences

  1. Certificate III in Horticulture, Agriculture, or Production Nursery (or equivalent)
  2. Current Australian Driver’s Licence
  3. ChemCert or willingness to obtain

What We Offer

  1. Competitive salary
  2. Full-time, permanent position
  3. Supportive team environment

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Dhillon Farms is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.

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Skills
Banana Crop Management
Basic Computer Skills
Fertigation systems
Irrigation systems
Nursery Production Techniques
Pest and Disease Management
Plant inspection
Plant propagation
Record-keeping
Safe operation of farm machinery
Teamwork
Time management
Workplace Safety

Licenses & certifications
Certificate III in Agriculture
Certificate III in Horticulture
Chemcert Certification
Current Australian Drivers Licence
Production Nursery Qualification

Perks & benefits
Competitive salary
Supportive team environment

More details
Expiring date
27 Jun 2026
Date posted
28 May 2026
Category
Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal & Fishing
Occupation
Farmer
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate

Dhillon Farms

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$70k - $80k
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