Demo Block Nursery Intern

Fall Creek is creating a world with better blueberries through its friendly, collaborative team spread across the globe. To help us accomplish this, we are seeking a qualified **(Part Time) Demo Block Nursery Intern**. This position will be located in **Paarl, South Africa.**

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Under supervision, the picking assistant performs a variety of duties within the demo block.

**ORGANIZATIONAL FIT**:
This position may report to the demo block assistant, and supervisor

**_JOB SETTING:_**
May use shovel, sprinkler, leaf blower, spraying equipment, drippers, irrigation equipment, pots and other containers, scissors, pruners, spray bottle, and handheld power tools.
Work hours may change, depending on weather, seasonal and operational requirements.
Public Holiday and weekend work may be required.

**PERSONAL GEAR REQUIRED**:
Rain gear for outside work. Closed-toe, sturdy shoes with rubber soles, long pants, non-revealing clothing and other PPE will be required in alternative areas

**KEY ROLE IN DEPARTMENTS**
Description of Key areas of performance:
Nursery Setting, and work inside greenhouses. Includes activities to assist with Climate Control, Roller Venting, Irrigation, Pest Management, Chemical Mixture, Sheeting, Plant Handling, Caring for Plant, Plant Health, housekeeping, Standby and Support to the department as a whole,
- Under direction, assists with the growing of the plants in demonstration
- Assist and perform manual activities on plants, based on instructions provided by supervisor
- Assist with the collection and tracks planting data and other information in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensures plants are labelled correctly
- Assist in collection and packing of fruit samples in timely manner for the season
- Assists with inventory of plants, supplies
- Assists with monitoring plant quality by watching for unusual plant appearance, plant diseases or signs of stress, pests, or other potential problems with the crop.
- Assist with irrigation and monitoring the fertigation system to ensure accurate operation.
- This includes checking irrigation drippers for blockages, identifying leakages in irrigation lines,
- Assists with after-hours events such as weather-related issues,
- Makes sure equipment is in proper operating condition and immediately notifies the supervisor if repairs are needed
- Assists with keeping work areas and the overall appearance of the facility clean and organised
- Assures the highest level of confidentiality on sensitive matters concerning the nursery

**REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING**
- Ability to perform plant care and nursery tasks in the job setting
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Requires regular, reliable attendance at the place of business
- Ability to interact effectively within a diverse workforce

**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum of Grade 12
- Previous experience in an agricultural or nursery environment (advantageous)
- Bilingual skills in English and Afrikaans
- Assists with keeping work areas and the overall appearance of the facility clean and organised
- Assures the highest level of confidentiality on sensitive matters concerning the nursery

**REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING**
- Ability to perform plant care and nursery tasks in the job setting
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Requires regular, reliable attendance at the place of business
- Ability to interact effectively within a diverse workforce

**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum of Grade 12
- Previous experience in an agricultural or nursery environment (advantageous)
- Bilingual skills in English and Afrikaans

**WHO IS FALL CREEK? - PLEASE GO CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE & YOU TUBE VIDEOS**
- We are a global team with a keen focus on blueberry genetics, plants, and grower support delivered to the world’s premier blueberry growers._
- At the nursery in South Africa we have built a dynamic team of with various areas of expertise, including the production, propagation, and nursery professionals, grower support technicians, sales and customer service experts and more._
- Our mission is to serve the growers and to support the blueberry industry, helping to ensure growers maximize success through our delivery of the best genetics and plants, technical know-how and global market intelligence._

To fulfil our mission, we focus on cultivating exceptional plants, building strong relationships, and providing responsive customer service. This is all part of how we’re helping to build A World with Better Blueberries.

**WE CAN’T WAIT TO HEAR FROM YOU**
- Personal CV/ resume (including recent references)
- Copy of ID Document
- Copy of - Qualification & Education Records

**COVID19 and the Interview Process**:

- In line with COVID19 regulations, we are doing our best to respect social distancing practices, and therefore there is a chance that an in