Orchard Hands Wanted
We have positions available for ORCHARD HANDS with tractor experience to join our teams in the Berrigan area.
Our orchard hands have a variety of jobs to do -
* tractor operations including slashing, mulching and spraying the orchard
* irrigation repairs and general farm maintenance
* tree maintenance and preparation for new plantings
* assisting with parts and consumable stocktakes and inventory management
* cleaning and maintenance of machinery and the workshop
* supporting the harvest teams in the field (this is not a fruit picking job)
* loading/unloading trucks
These are physical roles, working outdoors. You must be comfortable standing, walking, lifting and bending throughout your work day.
These roles will suit people who have a positive attitude, love the outdoors, enjoy being part of a team and have the initiative to work safely and independently.
We are looking for people who would like ongoing, long term work. These ongoing positions offer training and career progression for the right person.
We generally work Mon-Friday but during peak operational periods, weekend work may be required.
Working hours vary - early starts are normal, particularly in summer.
Pay and conditions are in accordance with the Horticulture Award; Casual positions are Level 3 - $32.04/hr.
Unfortunately, we do not provide accommodation and you will need your own reliable transport to get to and from the orchards.
* Tractor experience is essential for these roles - but we can train you for everything else
* Experience with tree fruit or other horticulture crops will be highly regarded.
* Australian work rights are essential - we are not offering visa sponsorship for these roles.
* A current drivers licence is essential for all employees.
* Forklift licence and ChemCert are essential - if you are a great fit for the role but don't currently have these licences and are willing to get them, please apply anyway.
* We have a zero tolerance for aggression or abuse, unsafe behaviour, drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from women, men, school leavers and semi retired people who fit the criteria.
To apply, please complete the application from the link on our website (go to and look for "We're Hiring / Mowbray Farm") or email using ORCHARD HAND as the subject line.
WALK IN APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. PLEASE RESPECT OUR BIOSECURITY BY NOT ENTERING OUR ORCHARDS WITHOUT PRIOR PERMISSION.