We are currently seeking Beekeepers with a range of experience to join our team at Goldfields Honey Bee &
Pollination Services Pty Ltd. These positions will be based at Vittoria in NSW (half way between Bathurst and Orange).
These permanent positions will involve all aspects of beekeeping. Based on a 38 hour week, night shifts and weekend work may be required during the season.
To be successful in the role you will:
•Have relevant work experience in a commercial beekeeping business with a minimum of 5 years proven experience
•Be able to work flexible hours, in varying conditions, including outdoor and away from home
•Be able to lift heavy weights
•Be able to keep accurate records
•Have a current drivers licence
The specific roles are varied and will include:
•Breeding of queen bees and maintaining healthy bee population
•Knowing ideal conditions for maintaining good health of beehives
•Identify pest & diseases
•Beehive care, management and maintenance
•Bee removal
•Shifting of beehives including delivery and pickup
•Honey removal from hives
•Running of extraction shed
•Cleaning of extracting room
•Wood work; repair of hives
•Programming and planning for all aspects of beekeeping and hive removal
•Maintain knowledge of beekeeping
Salary: $70,000
Please email resume & beekeeping qualifications/experience to: accounts goldfieldshoney.com