Floral Operative - Full time

Keelings; Dublin; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Free on-site parking

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Keelings Flowers are seeking Floral Operatives to join our production team in Ireland. No experience required, full training will be provided and a passion for high-quality blooms is essential. You will help produce floral bouquets and plants to meet customer specifications, with 40 hours per week from 9:30am to 6:00pm.

A 7-day week, with two 12-hour shifts during peak periods, is included. Applicants should have at least 6 months in a similar role and good English.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of flower production in a fast paced environment e.g. placing stems on line to achieve hand tied results.
• Understanding and maintaining all quality assurance controls
• Ensuring the operation is audit ready at all times by understanding the requirements expected
• Preparing and applying the necessary materials for the finished products i.e. rapido’s to bouquets
• General compliance with all Health and Safety requirements
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene throughout the site by adopting a clean as you go policy.
• Reading and understanding pick lists to ensure customer specifications are achieved

Job description

About Keelings

Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — powered by our dedicated people.

Role Overview

As a result of our rapid growth, Keeling’s Flowers are looking for floral operatives to join our expanding team to help with the production and supply of Flowers / Plants nationwide. Floral Operatives will be given full training so no experience necessary but passion and drive for producing high quality product is a must.

To assist in the production of high quality floral bouquets and plants to consistently meet customer specifications

Hours Of Work

40 hours a week, 9:30am to 6:00pm

7 day working week, 5 over 7

Shift Pattern: Two 12 hour shifts during 4 events (Christmas, Valentines, Mother’s day and Easter). This will be 8:00am to 8:00pm and 8:00pm to 8:00am.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of flower production in a fast paced environment e.g. placing stems on line to achieve hand tied results.


• Understanding and maintaining all quality assurance controls


• Ensuring the operation is audit ready at all times by understanding the requirements expected


• Preparing and applying the necessary materials for the finished products i.e. rapido’s to bouquets


• General compliance with all Health and Safety requirements


• Ensuring high standards of hygiene throughout the site by adopting a clean as you go policy.


• Reading and understanding pick lists to ensure customer specifications are achieved

What You’ll Need

• Have at least 6 months experience in a similar role.


• Good English speaking.

Desirable

• Work with a positive attitude and treat colleagues with respect.


• Ability to work as part of a team.


• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.


• Proactive in identifying opportunities to improve the work environment.


• To participate in any training program as required, in order improving your skills to carry out the job.


• Be willing to participate in team related incentive schemes.


• To perform the work in the most efficient manner.


• Own transport preferable.

Education & Qualifications

• Leaving Cert or equivalent

Benefits

• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen


• Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers


• Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week

What does the Career Progression Look like for this role:

• Floral Operative (Entry) – (2) Floral Operative (intermediate) – (3) Floral Operative (Senior) – (4) Team Leader

Full training is provided with continuous improvement initiatives available to enhance career progression

Keelings Values

• People Matter


• Teamwork


• Integrity


• Passion for Achievement

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know at [e-mail]

Keelings Careers - https://www.keelings.com/careers-keelings/ Keelings Strategy & Values – https://www.keelings.com/our-people/