About us:
At Rombola Family Farms, we’re not just about farming – we’re about crafting a sustainable future. Based in the heart of Australia's agricultural landscape, in Griffith, Rombola Family Farms is a forward-thinking business committed to producing the highest quality fruits, vegetables, and produce for local markets. Our intensive irrigated horticultural production located in Griffith (NSW), Bundaberg (QLD), Douglas-Daly (NT) and Mataranka (NT). Our passion for innovation and sustainability drives everything we do, from our cutting-edge farming techniques to our unwavering dedication to community and the environment.
We’re a family-run business, deeply rooted in values that span generations. As we expand, we’re looking for multiple Forklift Operators and Production Workers - Store Person to join us on this exciting journey and play a pivotal role in the future of Rombola Family Farms.
Position: Casual/Seasonal Forklift Operator and Production Worker - Store Person positions.
Duration: Ongoing
Forklift Operator:
Key operational accountabilities include:
* Ensure trailers are loaded in a timely manner.
* Stack bins in correct group of 3.
* Load cool room as directed by Packhouse Manager.
* Stage loads as directed.
* Ensure seedless cool room drains are clear and flowing.
* Load bins on and off scales.
* Stack up made bins.
* Ensure pallets and cardboard ready for bin makers.
* Stage loads as directed.
* Daily Forklift checks completed. Inspecting and controlling equipment to identify wear and damage.
* Ensure weights in bins are correct.
* Ensure correct size seedless used when finalising weight.
* Blow and wipe down bins and seedless.
* Pallet cap finish goods.
* Ensure all bin labels are on bins and label info is correct.
* Ensure Pack Manager is entered correct.
* Ensure truck is load as directed.
To be successful in this role you will possess the following:
* Evidence of work rights in Australia.
* Current Forklift license.
* Proven experience as a forklift operator.
* Current driver’s license.
* Reliable transportation to and from the farm.
* Flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods, including weekends and public holidays.
* Immediate availability to start work.
* Ability to secure accommodation, as there is no farm accommodation.
* Willing to stay for the whole harvest period.
* Be capable and willing to work in a busy environment.
* Awareness and ability to adhere to rules and procedures.
Production Worker - Store Person:
Key operational accountabilities include:
* Receiving incoming goods, checking for damage and for discrepancies between goods and packing orders.
* Unloading vehicles, opening packages, and removing contents.
* Operating Rombola Family Farms systems to obtain details of location and quantity of items in stock.
* Labelling goods with details of storage location.
* Packing and weighing goods and sealing boxes.
* Operating specialised equipment, such as manually and electronically guided order pickers, and checking goods off picking list.
* Assisting with regular stocktakes.
* Operating machines/equipment to lift, place and remove goods on high levels. May require using materials handling equipment, such as hydraulic pallet lifters and hand trucks, to move goods.
To be successful in this role you will possess the following:
* Current unencumbered Driver's License.
* Forklift license desirable.
* Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.
* Team player who can work effectively with people from different backgrounds.
* Awareness and ability to adhere to rules and procedures.
* Flexibility in hours worked to achieve operational targets.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
More information
You might be required to manually lift weights up to 16 kg.
Due to the high physical demands of these positions and regular periods of hot weather, workers will need to be physically fit and self-motivated.
To learn more about working with us, we encourage you to visit our website
Please Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted.