Seed Production Assistant

Company: Kayanase

Grand River Employment and Training Inc. (GRETI) is seeking a dedicated individual to join a growing team focused on native seed production in support of Kayanase’s nursery and ecological restoration efforts. As the Seed Production Assistant, you will help scout, identify, and collect seeds from cultivated plants, and assist with the development and care of native plant seed orchards.

As the Plant Production Assistant, you should bring a strong work ethic, a passion for preserving the natural environment, and the ability to work in all weather conditions. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the following qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 10 with a willingness to actively learn
• Experience in horticulture, nursery production or native plants is an asset
• Physically fit & hardworking, able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.

If you have a strong desire to help the native environment thrive, tell us who you are by submitting the following:

1. Cover letter stating how you meet the demands of this position
   1. As a requirement for training on the job (TOJ) funding eligibility please include Six Nations Band Number on the cover letter
2. Up to Date Resume highlighting your qualifications, and
3. Three (3) work-related references (letters not required)

Please submit a covering letter and resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements, GRETI cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted  

Applications may be submitted to: Human Resources, P.O Box 69, Sunrise Court, Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

Applications may also be faxed and emailed to kristen@gretisn.org or
Fax (519) 445-4777 or until 4:00 P.M on May 16, 2024. Late applications will not be considered.

GRETI is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by GRETI regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. Due to the special program of Training on the Job (TOJ) eligibility criteria, preference will be given to Six Nations band members to provide services for the Six Nations community; based on the need to provide professional services, only those applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

PURPOSE:

The Seed Production Assistant is responsible for working as an important part of a growing team focused on native seed production in support of Kayanase’s nursery and ecological restoration initiatives. Your job will involve scouting, identifying, and collecting seeds from wild or cultivated plants, ensure proper storage and processing, assisting with the development and maintenance of native seed orchards at Kayanase, and potentially assisting with quality control and data management.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Plant Production Assistant shall posses a minimum Grade 10 with a willingness to actively learn. Experience in horticulture, nursery production or native plants is an asset. The Plant Production Assistant shall be physically fit and hardworking, able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.

Skills

• Strong desire to preserve & restore the natural environment
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Knowledge

• Ability to work in all kinds of weather
• Ability to learn fast and focus on attention to detail
• Ability to take direction and be a team player

FOR A COMPLETE COPY OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION, PLEASE CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES at kristen@gretisn.org, please allow 24 hours for a return e-mail or call (519) 445-2222 ext. 3113.