Horticulture General Operative

Role Overview

This role requires working collaboratively within a team aiming to meet operational goals that emphasize high-quality standards to reduce product rework and reject rates. The position involves actively participating in ongoing improvement efforts across processes and within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Carefully handle products to preserve quality and minimize damage or waste.
• Produce and/or pack diverse products while adhering to agreed standards for efficiency.
• Ensure products comply with customer specifications.
• Work alongside the team to optimize packing procedures for maximum efficiency.
• Correctly segregate wet waste and class 2 waste materials.
• Set up machinery properly before operations.
• Operate farm equipment including tractors and sprayers.
• Support smooth and efficient changeovers in production with team collaboration.
• Verify that finished goods are correctly sealed and appropriately labeled.
• Maintain close supervision on product quality, escalating issues to the Team Leader promptly.
• Provide support to the team whenever necessary.

Experience and Qualifications

• Valid driving licence with recent tractor driving experience is essential.
• Previous experience in horticulture farming, including crop spraying, is required.
• Capability to work effectively under pressure during busy times.
• Flexibility to accommodate the operational requirements of the business.
• Ability to work autonomously and take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail is crucial.
• Reliability and punctuality are important attributes.
• Horticulture-related qualifications are considered advantageous.

Additional Details

The standard working hours are at least 39 hours per week.

This position is full-time and permanent, based in Dublin, Ireland.

The annual salary for this role is €32,691.