About Barung Landcare

For over 30 years, Barung Landcare has united individuals passionate about sustaining and caring for the stunning natural environment of the Blackall Range and surrounding regions.

The Sunshine Coast is home to an extraordinary diversity of flora and fauna, including over 10% of Australia’s native plant species. As one of the country’s fastest-growing regions, it is vital to preserve and regenerate these natural areas in the face of ongoing environmental challenges, including climate change.

Barung Landcare contributes to this mission through its well-established wholesale and retail native plant nursery, community education programs, and essential bush regeneration services. Join our dedicated team in helping create a sustainable and biodiverse future for the Sunshine Coast.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Coordinator to oversee the daily operations of the Barung Landcare Nursery in Landsborough. This role involves managing plant propagation, nursery infrastructure, supervising volunteers, and ensuring the efficient production of high-quality, locally endemic native plants for wholesale and retail clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of local plants and forest types, experience working in horticulture or a related field, excellent organisational skills, commitment to the environment and a strong work ethic. This is a full time role, however there is some flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the production of native plants, including seed collection, propagation and stock management.
• Maintain high standards of plant health, hygiene, and pest management.
• Oversee stock levels, inventory management, and nursery equipment maintenance.
• Develop and implement propagation schedules to meet client needs and deadlines.
• Supervise and support volunteers, ensuring tasks are performed safely and efficiently.
• Liaise with wholesale and retail clients to fulfill orders and provide excellent customer service.
• Ensure the nursery grounds and facilities are maintained to a safe and professional standard.
• Keep accurate records of plant production, sales, and volunteer contributions.

About You

• Proven experience in horticulture, native plant propagation, or nursery operations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, particularly in a volunteer-based setting.
• Passion for environmental conservation and native ecosystems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of pest and disease management in nurseries.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Relevant qualifications in horticulture, conservation, or land management (preferred).

What We Offer

• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the environment and local community.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• The chance to work with a wide range of endemic native plant species.
• Professional development opportunities in landcare and conservation.

Join Barung Landcare and help shape a sustainable and biodiverse future for the Sunshine Coast!

First round of shortlisting and interviews will begin Friday 14th February, the applications end at 5pm on the closing date.

For any inquiries, contact [email protected] using the subject line: Nursery Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.