Job Details
Horticulture Operative
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BROOKRIDGE FARM LIMITED -
Ref: #JOB-2449809 -
BROOKRIDGE FARM, Whitestown Road, Rush, Co. Dublin, K56YV56 -
No of positions: 10 -
Paid Position -
39 hours per week -
32691.00 Euro Annually -
Published On: 25 May 2026 -
Closing On: 22 Jun 2026
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Job Description & Skills Required As a horticultural worker at Brookridge Farm you will perform tasks to cultivate, maintain, and harvest plants, crops, and vegetables. Maintenance: Watering, fertilizing, pruning, weeding, and mulching to promote healthy growth. Pest and Disease Control: Monitoring vegetables ,applying pesticides or organic treatments, and removing affected vegetable or plants. Soil Preparation: Testing and amending soil, tilling, and preparing beds for planting. Harvesting: Picking fruits, vegetables, flowers, or other crops at optimal times, ensuring quality and minimal damage. Equipment Operation: Using and maintaining tools like shovels, pruners, sprayers, or machinery such as tractors or mowers. Key Requirements: Physical Fitness: Ability to perform labour-intensive tasks like lifting, bending, and standing for long periods, often outdoors in varying weather. Vegetable and plant knowledge: Basic understanding of plant care, growth cycles, and identification; familiarity with common pests and diseases. Technical Skills: Proficiency with tools (e.g., pruners, shovels) and equipment (e.g., mowers, sprayers); ability to maintain and operate them safely. Education/Training: Vocational training in horticulture, botany, or agriculture is preferred. Experience: Prior experience in gardening, farming, or landscaping is essential.
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Career Level
- Experienced [Non-Managerial]
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