Fruit and Vegetable Picker/Packer Jobs Available in Australia

Fruit and Vegetable Picker/Packer Jobs Available in Australia

by scholaruni--

12/05/2023

 

Job description

We require up to 60 hardworking, physically fit & reliable workers to work in the upcoming fruit and vegetable  harvesting season, approximately 25 kms from Griffith, NSW. MUST be available to work from mid December 2023 to late May 2024. Candidates must be available Mon to Fri with a potential of extra weekend work as needed by grower in order to complete harvest. Potential average of 8-12 hours per day for approximately 7-9 months of work (depending on crop availability). Early starts (often between midnight – 03:00 am during high temperature 40 + degrees days). Must be willing to undertake all other onsite general farms duties (e.g. weeding, pruning, planting etc.) as directed by grower and able to work in the Griffith NSW region. Manual picking of fruit and/or vegetables according to size, colour and ripeness. Discarding of rotting and over ripened fruit and/or vegetables as instructed. Physically demanding work with long hours in all weather conditions. Attention to detail, high concentration level, good eyesight (no colour blindness) are essential. You may be required to sort fruit and/or vegetables into different grade standards. This is a very labour intensive work. Outdoor / indoor work which can be very hot and dry OR wet. We need reliable, flexible and fit workers, no exceptions. Regular heavy lifting (6-12kg) and constant walking, bending and straightening. Gentle but fast hands needed. Ability to follow instructions is essential.

Casual flat rate based on Modern Horticultural Award 2020. No public transport available.  Work is offered through an agency on a casual basis.

Applicants MUST apply via the link below and fill out the application form. https://form.jotform.co/92110553241848

Please complete the form and mention this ad's Job ID 2316940090 in the form when prompted. Must have the ability to travel to, or reside in the Griffith NSW area or surrounds, as no public transport is available. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not call growers directly. Only successful/shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications close 5pm 24-May-2023

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