60344 Technical Assistant - Vine Performance - Plant & Food Research

Technical Assistant Vine Performance Mt Albert, New Zealand Vacancy number: 60344 Minimum 2 hours per week Grow and nurture high‑quality plants that support field planting and research outcomes Maintain optimal greenhouse conditions to ensure a thriving plant collection Play a hands‑on role in supporting a productive and well‑run horticultural environment What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua Monitor and maintain plant watering and irrigation systems. Support pest and disease control programmes, including spraying activities. Propagate and maintain healthy kiwifruit plant collections. Carry out plant care tasks including pruning, potting, training, and fertilising. Maintain clean, safe, and organised greenhouse and potting areas. Provide support with day‑to‑day greenhouse operations and deputy manager duties. What you will bring | Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako To be successful in this role, the minimum qualifications required are: Strong plant husbandry skills, with a genuine interest in plants Good understanding of plant care, including watering requirements (training provided) Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving skills Confident communicator, able to work effectively with others Physically fit and comfortable working in a greenhouse and outdoor conditions Current Growsafe certificate is an advantage, or willingness to undertake certification What you will get | Ngā hua o tēnei tūranga Four weeks annual leave, additional 7 days’ leave and generous paid parental leave Excellent benefit choices in retirement savings and wellbeing & health Focus on health and wellbeing with enhanced sick leave Ongoing career development opportunities Auckland based onsite childcare #J-18808-Ljbffr