Standards Potting Team Lead

About the role

The Standards Potting Team Leader is responsible for growing and maintaining plants from tube stock up to 300mm sizes. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on meeting production standards and targets through effective supervision, planning and staff support.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily potting and maintenance tasks across the standard stock team, which consists of between 4-6 staff
• Provide leadership, direction and mentoring to standard stock workers
• Complete and maintain accurate potting records daily and ensure data integrity for inventory and reporting
• Ensure scheduled production targets are met on time and in line with quality expectations
• Monitor growing pad maintenance including weeding, blocking up and hygiene standards
• Oversee accurate selection, preparation and tagging of stock
• Coordinate picking of stock when required for dispatch
• Promote safe working practices including proper PPE use and machinery operation
• Liaise with the Operations Manager to resolve issues, improve processes and manage supplies
• Assist with onboarding and integration of new team members

About you

• Practical knowledge of horticultural production practices, particularly tube stock to 300mm
• Detailed plant knowledge in relation to species types and growing characteristic
• Proven ability to lead and supervise a production team in a nursery environment
• Accurate record-keeping and strong communication skills
• Proficiency with potting machinery and nursery equipment - forklift/bobcat licence an advantage
• Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced, outdoor production environment
• Understanding of and commitment to safe working practices, including chemical handling and PPE requirements
• Organised, self-motivated and focused on delivering production outcomes
• Relevant horticultural qualification (Cert II or III) advantageous but not essential

About us

Instant Green Nursery Pty Ltd is a well-established wholesale production nursery located in Wamuran, Queensland. We specialise in the propagation and cultivation of high-quality native and exotic plant species supplying commercial landscaping, revegetation and large-scale horticultural projects across South East Queensland.

Benefits

• Stable employment with a growing, established wholesale nursery
• Competitive hourly rate + superannuation
• Supportive team environment with a collaborative culture
• On-the-job training and ongoing skill development
• Opportunity to grow and advance within an expanding operation
• Work in a professional, plant-focused environment in regional Queensland