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JOB DESCRIPTION
Gardening work includes both conventional and organic plant cultivation in open fields and protected environments. It involves activities in vegetable growing, floriculture, fruit growing, viticulture, the cultivation of herbs, aromatic and medicinal plants, ornamental plants, as well as the creation, maintenance, and care of gardens (including raised beds) and public green spaces. It also includes harvesting and storing grown plants and produce.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The job is performed both outdoors and in protected environments. Outdoors, one is exposed to changing weather conditions (cold, heat, rain). Indoors, there may be high humidity and heat. Occasional contact with plant protection products is expected. The work involves the use of motorized and electric machines and tools, as well as sharp instruments, which, if used improperly, can cause lasting physical injury. The use of protective equipment and adherence to occupational safety and environmental protection standards is mandatory. Adaptations are possible for individuals with reduced motor abilities. Potential contraindications include severe allergic reactions and significant visual impairments.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Physical endurance and dexterity
- Precision and responsibility
- Patience and calmness
- Observational skills
- Aesthetic sense
CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR THE JOB
Health-related:
- Allergies to pollen or chemicals used in plant protection and fertilization
- Visual impairments (especially uncorrectable ones), including color blindness
- Poorly developed fine and gross motor skills
- Reduced eye-hand coordination
- Impaired locomotor function – issues with the spine, joints, or balance
- Poor concentration – which may affect safety and precision
Working conditions requiring special abilities:
- Outdoor work in adverse weather (cold, heat, rain)
- Prolonged standing and physically demanding tasks (digging, planting, carrying loads)
- Handling sharp tools and machinery
- Contact with chemical plant protection agents
LABOR MARKET COMPETENCIES
- Work planning and preparation
- Handling tools, equipment, and machinery
- Production of seedlings and transplants
- Implementation of agrotechnical procedures
- Manual and mechanical cultivation techniques
- Maintenance of orchards, vineyards, gardens, ornamental greenery, lawns, and parks according to maintenance schedules
- Harvesting vegetables, medicinal and aromatic herbs, fruits, grapes, flowers, and ornamental greenery
- Organic horticultural production