Grafter Technician - Private Farm
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Apply to this jobWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Grafter Technician to join our client's agricultural team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. If you have hands-on experience in plant grafting and nursery operations and are passionate about horticulture, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Perform various plant grafting techniques, including budding, cleft grafting, veneer grafting, and whip-and-tongue grafting.
- Select healthy rootstocks and scions to ensure successful graft unions.
- Prepare, graft, wrap, and label plants according to nursery standards.
- Monitor grafted plants for healing, growth, and overall health.
- Perform pruning, watering, fertilizing, and general plant maintenance.
- Identify and report pests, diseases, or other plant health concerns.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the nursery and work area.
- Record grafting activities and monitor graft success rates.
- Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Grafter Technician, Nursery Technician, or in a similar horticultural role.
- Knowledge of plant propagation and grafting techniques.
- Ability to identify healthy plant materials and recognize common plant diseases.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent manual dexterity.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Certificate or diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field is an advantage.
Benefits
AED 2,000 plus free accommodation, and other benefits as per UAE labor law.
Summary
Perform plant grafting, nursery care, maintenance, and pest identification in Abu Dhabi.
Job title
Grafter Technician - Private Farm
Experience level
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Industry
agriculture
Location requirements
Abu Dhabi, UAE; onsite work only
Salary
$2k+
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates