Gartnerlærlinge til Pometet

This apprenticeship position for gardener trainees at Pometet, part of the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences at the University of Copenhagen, focuses on practical horticultural skills in fruit and berry cultivation as well as viticulture. Key competencies include production, care, pruning, and harvesting of fruit and berry crops and grapevines. Trainees will assist with research and teaching projects, maintain and operate plantation machinery, and engage in weed, disease, and pest control, including monitoring and implementing spraying plans. Additional tasks involve nursery area maintenance, grafting and potting of fruit trees, and gaining familiarity with fertilization and irrigation systems alongside fertilizer record-keeping. Candidates should have completed or be enrolled in the basic gardener training program, specializing in nursery production or fruit cultivation. A strong interest or experience in fruit growing is essential. Practical qualifications include at least a tractor driving license, with a pesticide application certificate preferred. The role demands a positive attitude and readiness to work intensively during busy periods. The position is suitable for both standard apprentices and adult vocational education students, with a full-time 37-hour workweek and flexible hours. Employment terms follow the collective agreement with 3F. Overall, this apprenticeship offers comprehensive hands-on experience in modern horticultural practices, machinery maintenance, plant health management, and nursery operations within a research and educational environment.