Flower Grower: OSCA 151231

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs planting, cultivating and harvesting activities to grow flowering and foliage plants.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

• Plans, organises and coordinates the production and marketing of flowering and foliage plants, taking into account environmental and market conditions
• Selects and purchases seeds, seedlings, bulbs and flower plant stock, fertilisers, and other supplies required for flower and foliage production
• Coordinates and develops strategies for cultivating, fertilising and irrigating flowering and foliage plants to maintain optimal production, plant health, and growing conditions
• Monitors and maintains flowering and foliage plant health by managing biosecurity and other risks, and controlling pests, weeds and diseases
• Directs and oversees the harvesting, packaging and transportation of flowers and foliage
• Plans and coordinates the sale, purchase and dispatch of flowers and foliage
• Plans and oversees the provision and maintenance of flower and foliage farming infrastructure, such as equipment, machinery, sheds, and water supply and irrigation systems
• Maintains and evaluates records of flower and foliage farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages flower farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise flower farm staff and contractors