Address We require up to 100 hardworking, nimble-fingered, physically able & reliable workers to work in the upcoming Berry season. MUST be available to start work early October 2024 and be committed to a minimum of 5 days per week, 8-10 hours per session for duration of the season (approx. 9 months). Varying early starts may apply (between 05:00-07:00) depending on crops/products readiness and management requirements. You will need to be available for possible extra hours of work to ensure all crops are harvested/sorted/packed as required by management. You must be willing to undertake all jobs listed below and able to work in the Pemberton. Manual bending, crouching to pick/pack berries are required. Manual picking of berries according to size and ripeness are also required. We are looking for nimble fingers, sharp sighted (no colour-blindness) and physically able applicants who can produce the quality & quantity needed. Potential long hours in all weather conditions. berries are weighed & paid by the units (e.g. kilos, trays, punnets). Pickers and Packers must be able to work in a very fast paced environment with speed and accuracy. Modern Horticultural Award 2020 Piece Rate system is on offer (that is, you will be paid for kgs/trays/punnets harvested/packed) with occasional hourly depending on tasks. Amount earned will depend on individual speed /performance. Previous (and current) physical outdoor activities or lifestyle habits will be highly regarded. Outdoor work which can be cold and wet OR very hot and dry. We need reliable, flexible workers. Regular lifting and bending. Gentle but fast hands needed. Ability to follow instructions a must. Work is offered through a labour hire agency on a casual basis. Do not call. Applicants wishing to apply must fill out our application form using the following link: http://form.jotform.co/92110553241848 .
Applicants are to quote the Jobactive "Job ID" number in this advertisement when prompted in the application form.
Must have the ability to travel to, or reside in the 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 – 2nd July 2024.
