2 Edible Horticulture jobs

We are seeking for a motivated, all round employee to strengthen the “Vegetable Production” Team of FitzGerald Nurseries. We are based 2km from Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny. The main tasks involve crop maintenance, weeding in field and greenhouse, harvesting in our vegetable production fields and greenhouses, where we grow experimental crops. The right candidate should have experience in outdoor field work and motivated to gain further experience in outdoor and protected crop activities. At present we are looking for a seasonal worker however for the right candidate there may be longer term opportunities for extension of the employment into a permanent contract.

Reports To: Manager We currently have a vacancy for a Horticulture Quality Co-Ordinator whose responsibility it will be to manage all aspects of the Quality systems to ensure Bord Bia standards are met and accreditation is achieved seamlessly.     Role and Responsibilities include Be fully responsible for the Quality function at the site, taking ownership of existing Quality systems in place and evolving them as required to meet standards  Responsible for tree and crop health, walking the orchard regularly to observe and act upon changes as necessary. Generate regular reports on tree health Responsible for planning the cyclical spraying of trees, application of fertilisers, lime and compost and recording of same Responsible for weed control, spraying and recording of same Develop, implement and manage all food safety and quality management systems at the site Review all existing methods of record keeping and update as per Bord...