Horticulture Retail Assistant - Manawee Garden Centre

Manawee Garden Centre; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Manawee Garden Centre in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a hands-on horticulture enthusiast for a full-time or part-time role.

The ideal candidate holds Certificate III in Horticulture or has 2+ years in the garden industry and brings genuine passion for plants and strong customer service to the team.

You will provide expert plant advice, maintain displays, handle stock, and support day-to-day operations while working outdoors in a fast-paced environment across all seasons.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualified with Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent, or 2+ years in the garden industry.
• Genuine love for horticulture and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert plant advice and garden inspiration to customers
• Plant care, pricing, receiving stock and creating displays
• Supporting and selling to our valued customers with outstanding service
• Maintaining nursery presentation and supporting day-to-day operations
• Working outdoors in all seasons in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Customer service

Plant knowledge

Outdoor work readiness

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Job description

Manawee Garden Centre is an established Retail Nursery based in Buderim. We are currently looking for a person who has a genuine passion in horticulture to join the team in either a full-time or part-time position.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a Trade Qualified individual (minimum Cert III in Horticulture or similar), though applicants with over 2 years of garden industry experience will also be considered. Someone with a genuine love for horticulture and strong customer service skills to join our friendly team.

Your Role will include:

• Providing expert plant advice and garden inspiration to customers
• Plant care, pricing, receiving stock and creating displays
• Supporting and selling to our valued customers with outstanding service
• Maintaining nursery presentation and supporting day-to-day operations
• Working outdoors in all seasons in a fast-paced environment

You will thrive at Manawee if you have:

• Extensive plant, pest, and disease knowledge
• Physical fitness and capability of lifting trays of plants, potted and bagged plants
• Punctuality and professional presentation
• A proactive attitude and willingness to follow instructions
• Strong work ethic, motivation, and independent thinking

Why Join Us?

If you are looking for a role with responsibility, have good communication skills, love working with people, display pride in your work and thrive in an outdoor environment, we want to hear from you!

This is either a full-time or part-time position. 4-5 days per week, including weekends.

You will be remunerated based on skill and experience.