Horticultural Specialist

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeBiosecurity Full time $72,002 - $78,386
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Horticultural Biosecurity Specialist to join our team at the Mickleham Post-entry Quarantine Facility. In this role, you will be responsible for protecting Australia's plant biosecurity by working with a variety of cultivars in a purpose-built facility on the northern outskirts of Melbourne.

As a key member of our team, you will work closely with professional plant scientists to ensure suitable outcomes for the horticultural and agricultural industry. Your duties will include:

  • Performing a range of biosecurity activities within a post-entry quarantine facility in accordance with established quarantine inspection policies and procedures.
  • Implementing and maintaining a high degree of biosecurity control and adherence to procedures to maintain biosecurity integrity.
  • Monitoring climatic conditions in the glasshouse according to plant varieties requirements.
  • Participating in daily cleaning and general maintenance of a BC2 plants facility according to approved quality standards.

Your expertise will be essential in ensuring strict plant hygiene standards and pest and disease control is always maintained to limit the spread of exotic plant pests from and within the nursery.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A tertiary qualification in Horticulture, Agriculture or Biological Sciences.
  • Knowledge and experience in nursery production and plant propagation in a diverse range of crops, preferably including budding, grafting, seed propagation and tissue culture.
  • An understanding of greenhouse systems, plant nutrition management, nursery hygiene practices and principles, including pest and disease control and spraying.
  • Excellent attention to detail in record-keeping.
  • The ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers, clients and stakeholders.
Benefits

This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can make a real difference in protecting Australia's plant biosecurity. You will have the chance to work with a variety of cultivars and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

We are committed to providing a contemporary, responsive, sustainable, intelligence-led and science-based plant biosecurity system that protects Australia's plant health status. We work collaboratively to strengthen Australia's plant pest prevention, preparedness and response capabilities both within Australia and regionally.

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