Horticultural Nursery Assistant – ANZSCO 843311

Horticultural Nursery Assistants assist in propagating, cultivating and harvesting plants in a horticultural nursery. May also include propagating and cultivating plants for forestry purposes.

Skill Level

5

Alternative Title

• Nursery Worker (Horticultural)

Potential Visa Pathways for Horticultural Nursery Assistant

Important: This occupation was released on 21 November 2021. The Department of Home Affairs is yet to announce the eligible visa pathways for this occupation. This page will be updated once more information is released.

Group: 8433 Horticultural Nursery Assistants

Description

Horticultural Nursery Assistants perform a variety of routine tasks in propagating, cultivating and maintaining plants in horticultural nurseries.

Tasks

• Loading, unloading and moving nursery supplies and equipment
• Assisting with potting-up and transplanting flowers, shrubs, and trees
• Assisting with propagating, planting and potting seeds, seedlings and rooted cuttings
• Monitoring plants for healthy growth and potential weed, insect, disease, and fertiliser problems
• Tending plants by watering and weeding
• Adjusting mist irrigation systems, shade and ventilation
• Harvesting and packaging plants for sale and transport

Skill Level

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

Occupations in this Group:

• 843311 Horticultural Nursery Assistant