Nursery assistant

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Join the Team at Oderings Wholesale – Fixed-Term Nursery Roles (Hastings)

With a proud 96-year history and six store locations nationwide, Oderings is a 100% New Zealand-owned, family-run business spanning six generations and employing over 150 staff across the country.
We are currently looking for motivated individuals to join our Wholesale team at our Hastings nursery. These fixed-term roles run from now until November 2025, with the potential for ongoing employment for the right candidates.

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About the Role

At Oderings, we believe in a one-team culture where everyone mucks in and supports each other. This is a hands-on, outdoor role suited to those who aren’t afraid of physical work and want to be part of a dynamic nursery team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Potting and planting
  • Watering, weeding, trimming, and staking
  • Fertilising and general plant care
  • Nursery maintenance including sweeping and tidying
  • Working in the greenhouse and assisting with dispatch
  • Medium to heavy lifting
  • Working in both hot and cold weather conditions
  • Weed spraying
  • Operating bobcats and tractors
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What We’re Looking For
  • Nursery or horticulture experience is a bonus, but not essential – full training will be provided
  • A strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive team-focused attitude
  • A passion for plants and working outdoors
  • Physically fit and capable of lifting plants and walking throughout the day
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the company
  • A full driver’s licence (preferred but not essential) and reliable transport
  • NZ Agrichem certified handler or qualified person certification is beneficial but not required

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Important Notes:
  • All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and an ACC pre-employment check
  • Applicants must be a NZ Permanent Resident or hold a valid NZ work visa

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Please include a current CV and a brief cover letter outlining why you want to "grow" with us. Due to expected high interest, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.
Join a team where you can grow with us – literally and professionally.

Apply now and become part of the Oderings legacy.

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