Overview
Pickers, Packers and EWP Operators - QLD
Posted: 27/08/2025
- Less than 2 hours from Brisbane/Sunshine Coast
- WHV-friendly
Join us as a Picker or EWP Operator at our client's avocado orchards and play a vital role in harvesting avocados, both ground picking or using Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs).
You'll ensure high-quality fruit and maintain strict safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Picker: Harvest avocado either ground picking and inspect for quality; adhere to picking standards.
- Operate and maintain picking equipment safely; transport harvested avocado to collection points; maintain equipment and work area cleanliness.
- Report issues promptly to management.
- Packer: Sort, grade, and pack avocados in the pack shed according to size, quality, and ripeness; label and record packed products; operate packing machinery safely.
- Perform quality checks to meet company standards; maintain pack shed cleanliness and equipment; follow safety protocols to prevent accidents.
- EWP Operator: Harvest avocados at height using a cherry picker/EWP; inspect avocados for quality and adhere to picking standards; safely operate and maintain machinery; transport harvested avocados to collection points; maintain equipment and work area cleanliness; report issues promptly to management.
Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience in fruit picking (avocados preferred).
- Ability to work at heights and experience in safely operating EWPs.
- Understanding of WHS standards and quality control.
- Physical fitness and stamina for manual labor.
- Attention to detail and positive communication skills.
- Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
Performance Goals
- Meet daily and weekly picking targets.
- Maintain high-quality standards with minimal errors.
- Adhere strictly to safety protocols.
- Ensure equipment is well-maintained.
- Suitable for Working Holiday Visa holders seeking to complete their regional work.
Typically, 10-12hr working days, Mon-Sat if weather and conditions allow.
- Hourly wage is $30.35+
No accommodation is available on site.
Accommodation can be found at local caravan parks, motels or pub/hostel.
A vehicle to get to and from work is essential.
Apply Now! To apply for these positions, please submit your CV/resume via the Apply Now link or email your application and resume to
Staff 360 recently won two Sourcr Awards 2024 for Best Agency in QLD Agriculture as well as Agency of the Year in the Australian Agricultural Sector.
We specialise in the provision of quality personnel sourced both locally and overseas.
For more than 25 years, we have supported Australia's robust agricultural sector by supplying skilled and experienced workers in grain, cotton, horticulture and livestock farming.
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We're after Pickers and EWP Operators to join the 2025 harvest season in Blackbutt, QLD.
Casual roles available for ground pickers and EWP operators.
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