Casual Field Hands - Bundaberg

Casual Field Hand Opportunities – Bundaberg
Sugar Research Australia (SRA) are looking for Casual Field Hands for up to 5 days per week for four weeks in March/April and then further work from June through to November 2024 (depending on operational needs).

The role
Activities will include:

• Planting sugarcane, frequently cutting cane using a cane knife, trimming, bundling, carrying and loading sugarcane stalks in the field.
• Collecting samples including soil, stalk, and leaf.
• Working, standing, and walking long distances in the field for long periods on uneven ground in cane fields.
• Frequently bending, twisting, squatting, often under weight.
• Any other specific duties and instructions that will be provided by your supervisor.

Who are you?
It is essential that you:

• Are able to perform physical, manual labour in very hot and humid conditions.
• Are physically fit and can lift bundles of cane repeatedly over several hours (up to 20kg).
• Are happy to pay attention to detail and can follow instructions and carry out work safely and accurately.
• Are punctual and reliable.
• Are committed to safe work practices.
• Have reliable transport to and from site or a current driver’s licence.

If this sounds like you, and you want to work as part of a great supportive team playing a critical role in SRA operations, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application, no later than Monday 1 April 2024.
  
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia to apply. Successful applicants will also be required to undertake a medical screening and a police check.