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Horticultural Employee

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    Ref: #JOB-2464096
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    FACHTNA MCCARTHY NURSERIES, Rathcanning, Dungourney, Co. Cork, P25 PC96
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    No of positions: 2
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    32691.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 14 Aug 2026
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    Closing On: 11 Sep 2026

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Fmc Nurseries Limited seeking 2 Horticultural Employees  for the premises located at Rathcanning, Dungourney, Co. Cork, P25 PC96

Main Duties:

 Propagate, plant, cultivate and maintain a variety of nursery plants, trees, shrubs and other horticultural products.
 Prepare soil, planting beds, containers and growing areas for propagation and plant production.
 Water, fertilise, prune, weed and monitor plants to ensure healthy growth and development.
 Carry out routine maintenance of plants and trees intended for sale in the nursery.
 Identify and control pests, diseases and weeds using appropriate horticultural methods and products.
 Pot, label, grade and prepare plants for display, storage and sale.
 Operate and maintain horticultural equipment, tools and machinery in a safe manner.
 Assist with harvesting, packaging and transportation of nursery stock when required.
 Monitor environmental conditions in growing areas, including irrigation, temperature and ventilation systems.
 Maintain cleanliness and organisation of nursery facilities, greenhouses and outdoor growing areas.
 Follow company procedures relating to health and safety, biosecurity and environmental management.
 Assist customers with plant selection and provide basic plant care advice when required.
 Work as part of a team to achieve nursery production targets and quality standards.

Job Details:

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (39 hours per week)
Annual Salary: €32,691

Applicants should apply by email and send a current CV together with details of their relevant qualifications and experience to fmcnurseries@gmail.com
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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