Overview
Nursery Worker 2025
Trents Nursery
Location: Christchurch Central, Canterbury
Industry: Horticulture (Farming, Animals & Conservation)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $23 – $26 per hour
About Us:
Trents Nursery is seeking a Nursery Worker to join our container nursery team with an immediate start. Our nursery specializes in producing high-quality plants, and we are looking for a dedicated individual to support our operations.
Job Description:
The role involves all aspects of nursery work, including working on the potting machine, uplifting and preparing plants for orders, and general nursery maintenance. This position requires a hands-on approach and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
Key Responsibilities for Nursery Worker 2025
- Operate and assist in maintaining the potting machine.
- Uplift and prepare plants for customer orders.
- Conduct general nursery work, including watering, weeding, and plant care.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the nursery environment.
- Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily and seasonal production targets.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Physically fit and capable of performing manual labor.
- A practical mindset and problem-solving abilities.
- Prior experience in a nursery or horticultural setting is advantageous but not required.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to nursery processes.
Work Schedule:f for Nursery Worker 2025
- Monday – Friday employment with potential overtime during peak seasons.
On-the-Job Training Provided.
How to Apply:
Please apply with your CV, references, and a covering letter addressed to:
Julie Somerfield
Production Administrator/HR
Trents Nursery
382 Trents Road, Prebbleton, Christchurch, 7604
Email: julie@trentsnursery.co.nz
Phone: 03 349 1303
Employer Questions:
Your application will include the following questions:
- How many years of experience do you have as a nursery worker?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- How many years of people management experience do you have?
- Do you have a current New Zealand driver’s licence?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
