Horticulturist or Apprentice Horitculturist

7 days ago


Dural, New South Wales, Australia Honeysuckle Nurseries Full time $50,000 - $70,000 per year

Join Our Award-Winning Production Nursery Team

Are you passionate about plants and looking to build a rewarding career in horticulture?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an award-winning production nursery, alongside a successful, highly experienced, and supportive team.

We welcome applications from:

  • Qualified Horticulturists
  • Experienced Nursery Professionals
  • Enthusiastic Apprentices

Our nursery is set in a beautiful location bordering the national park, with plenty of on-site parking and a relaxed, low-stress atmosphere. Shifts run from 7:30am – 4:00pm, offering great work–life balance.

About the Role

The role involves a mix of hands-on horticultural and nursery tasks, including:

  • Plant and nursery maintenance (watering, pruning, fertilising, weeding, cleaning)
  • Plant production (potting and propagation)
  • Order picking and preparation

What We Offer

  • For experienced applicants: A position and remuneration package tailored to your skills and expertise.
  • For entry-level applicants: The opportunity to undertake a Nursery Apprenticeship, combining full-time paid work with study.

Apprenticeship Benefits

Our apprentices graduate with a nationally recognised qualification in Horticulture and gain valuable industry experience. Many go on to win scholarships and other professional development opportunities. Benefits include:

  • Full-time employment with paid study time
  • Free TAFE NSW Horticulture education
  • Annual leave and sick leave entitlements

Who We're Looking For

This role will suit someone who is:

  • Reliable, punctual, and professional
  • Eager to learn and able to follow instruction
  • Enthusiastic about working outdoors and in a team environment

If you're ready to start or grow your career in horticulture with a dynamic and supportive nursery team, we'd love to hear from you

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: $20.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Employee mentoring program
  • Professional development assistance

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Dural, NSW 2158: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Nursery, Landscape or Gardening: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person