Wholesale Retail Nursery General Hand

branchesnursery; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Branches Nursery in Cairns is seeking a casual General Hand to support wholesale and retail nursery operations. The role focuses on outdoor duties in a small team and requires reliable transport and a readiness to work in warm conditions.

Hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays with Saturdays possible, three days per week (Mon–Wed preferred). Wages are commensurate with nursery awards and reflect casual employment.

Qualifications

• Good level of fitness and ability to work in the heat for extended periods.
• Strong interest in plants.
• Strong work ethic and enjoy working with a small team.
• Experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Hand weeding.
• Spraying.
• Potting.
• Moving stock.
• Assisting with customer enquiries.

Skills

Fitness

Interest in plants

Work ethic

Own transport

Experience preferred

Job description

Wholesale/Retail Nursery General Hand

Branches Nursery is one of Cairns' best kept secrets tucked away against the mountains of Kewarra Beach. An opportunity exists for someone who has a passion for horticulture and enjoys working outdoors.

Duties include but is not limited to:

• Hand weeding
• Spraying
• Potting
• Moving stock
• Assisting with customer enquiries

About you:

• Good level of fitness and ability to work in the heat for extended periods
• Strong interest in plants
• Strong work ethic and enjoy working with a small team
• Own transport
• Experience preferred but not essential

This is a casual position for three days a week (preferably Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) and will require working some Saturdays. Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Wages commensurate with the nursery awards.