Installation Team - BIRMINGHAM (GB)

MicroHabitat; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

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Job summary

MicroHabitat is hiring an Installation Team Member in the United Kingdom. You will join the MicroHabitat Installation Team to implement urban agriculture projects across various sites, including rooftop and ground-level gardens.

The role involves outdoor, physical work in a fast-paced environment, with early starts and longer days as projects demand. You’ll contribute to sustainable city initiatives and work with passionate colleagues within a growing urban farming network.

Qualifications

• Be in good physical shape and able to perform manual tasks.
• Own a personal vehicle or have reliable transportation.
• Have a functional cellphone and access to basic connectivity.
• Interest in agriculture or gardening.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials and plants to production zones.
• Open garden spaces with the team during installation.
• Maintain cleanliness during installations.
• Water, trellis tomatoes, install support systems and irrigation.
• Represent MicroHabitat and set up production areas.
• Follow safety protocols for agricultural operations.

Skills

Physical work

Outdoor work

High-pressure environment

Long hours

Job description

Job Position: Installation Team Member

Temporary Job Offer: MicroHabitat Installation Team

Are you looking to work for a company with values in the right place that helps build more sustainable cities and communities?

MicroHabitat is looking for someone to join the MicroHabitat Installation Team with ambition, leadership, and a passion for agriculture.

Introduction:

At MicroHabitat, we implement urban agriculture to improve urban environments, enhance the quality of life for city dwellers, and foster a better understanding of environmental issues. We install rooftop and ground-level gardens for businesses, institutions, and schools to reconnect people with nature and their food sources.

What's in it for you?

• A fulfilling job where you'll enjoy working outdoors in the summer and grow in unique locations.
• A team-oriented environment that encourages initiative and leadership.
• Social events such as happy hours to celebrate the end of the contract.
• Fun team activities with colleagues - because MicroHabitat is a big family!
• Work alongside passionate colleagues.
• Contribute to change and sustainability for a better society by being part of the world's largest urban farm network.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

At MicroHabitat, we believe the unique personality, skills, background, and origin of each team member are essential to achieving our goal: connecting people to the nature around them through urban agriculture. Serving diverse cities is a privilege, and we aim to build a team reflecting these unique spaces. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and commit to creating an inclusive environment - recognizing it's an ongoing process.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Urban Farming Coordinator, the installation team members facilitate the implementation of urban agriculture projects in their region.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Horticultural Management:

• Transport materials and plants to production zones.
• Open garden spaces with the MicroHabitat team during the installation period.
• Ensure cleanliness is maintained during installations.
• Perform related tasks like watering, tomato plant trellising, installing support systems, and irrigation systems.

Representation and Administration:

• Represent the company as part of the installation team.
• Carry out tasks related to setting up production areas.
• Follow and maintain safety protocols for MicroHabitat's agricultural operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

For this position, candidates must be willing to perform the following tasks:

• Physical work, including heavy lifting.
• Work outdoors in warm environments.
• Operate in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Work long hours and get their hands dirty.

Candidates Must:

• Be in good physical shape.
• Have access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation.
• Own a functional cellphone.
• Have an interest in agriculture or gardening.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: 17 GBP / hour.
• Workdays vary between 4 to 8 hours/day (09.00 AM - 5:00 PM).
• 30-minute paid lunch per day.