How do I become a nursery manager
Get qualified to work as a nursery manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Nursery Manager generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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In Australia there are currently 4,200 people working as a Nursery Manager. This number has dropped over the last five years. Nursery Manager roles can be found in most areas of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re considering a career as a Nursery Manager you could enrol in an Advanced Diploma of Horticulture. This course normally takes two years and you can choose electives based on your career plans.
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Further reading
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- 22650VIC Diploma of Applied Horticultural Science
- AHC40320 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture
- AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture
- AHC40620 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations
- AHC40620 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations (Nursery Production, Retail Nursery)
- AHC40620 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations (Nursery Production)
Nursery Manager careers
A Nursery Manager is responsible for the overall running of a plant nursery. Your everyday tasks will vary but might involve checking stock levels, coordinating the propagation of new plants or organising the sale of your products. You might be in charge of a team of staff and you’ll need to plan everything from cultivation of plants to fertilisation and irrigation. You’ll make sure all equipment is functioning effectively and ensure plants are in good health. You’ll also need to manage the financial side of a plant nursery so you’ll be making budget projections and balancing sales and expenses.
A Nursery Manager role involves a lot of physical work and you will have to work in all sorts of weather conditions. You’ll need good time management skills and have to be organised as Nursery Managers are often tackling several tasks at once. You’ll need good forward planning skills and will have to be good with finances. Leadership skills are important and you’ll have to handle a range of administrative tasks.
