Farm Worker

Key tasks and responsibilities

•     Planting trees, fruits, seedlings and other plants using hand tools and farm machines

•     Building and maintaining trellises, support structures, protective netting and fences

•     Cultivating and fertilising soil, and applying fertiliser to crops

•     Pruning trees and vines (winter and summer pruning), and thinning fruit, buds and canopy

•     Weeding, hoeing and general crop maintenance

•     Spraying trees, vines and plants to control weeds, insects, fungal growth and disease, following safety and spray-diary procedures

•     Operating and checking irrigation systems

•     Operating farm machinery and vehicles (e.g. tractor, quad bike, hydraladder) to cultivate, fertilise, spray and harvest crops

•     Selecting and picking fruit according to size, colour and ripeness, and discarding damaged or over-ripe produce

•     Grading, sorting and packing produce into bins or containers

•     Loading filled bins and containers onto trucks and trailers

•     Monitoring crops for pests and disease and reporting issues to the supervisor

•     Keeping tools, equipment and work areas clean and safe, and following all health and safety rules

What we're looking for

•     A relevant qualification or relevant experience preferred

full on-the-job training will be provided

•     Able to do physical work outdoors in all weather, including lifting and repetitive tasks

•     Able to follow instructions and work safely as part of a team

•     Reliable, punctual, with a practical way of getting to the orchard each day

•     Available to work full-time, including some weekends when required

What we offer

•     Permanent full-time work with guaranteed hours

•     Pay of $28.00–$32.00 per hour, reviewed with skills and experience

•     Training, safety gear (PPE) and a supportive team

How to apply

Apply through myjobspace with your CV.