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Form of work 20 horticulture workers are required starting April for nine months across properties in Cowra, Young and Gooloogong NSW. Workers must be available to work 5-7 days per week. Hours of work will vary daily with the demands, averaging 30 hours per week. This work is both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions and involves picking, planting, packing and general crop management of varieties of stone fruits, citrus, pumpkin, melons, broccoli, broccolini, grapes, varieties of nuts, capsicums and peppers. Wages will be under the Horticulture Award 2020 and paid at the Level 1 Casual hourly award rate ($28.27 per hour). Workers must be available for the full duration. You will need reliable transport. It is essential that you are able to work flexible hours as rosters will vary. You must be reliable and committed and have the ability to work quickly and accurately. Due to the high physical demands of these positions, workers will need to be physically fit and self-motivated. You may be on your feet for extended periods and required to perform repetitive manual tasks. Opportunities to upskill and job specific training will be offered to acceptable candidates.
To apply, please address the following selection criteria in your cover letter:
1. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
2. Availability and ability to stay for the entire duration (9 months)
3. Physical fitness and the ability to work in a physically demanding job.
4. Your eligibility to work in Australia.
To apply for these positions, please send attached to an email your current resume and cover letter to *************@jobsaustralia.com.au with the subject "Application for Horticulture Labourer April 2024".
Please include your current contact details, including your phone number and email address. Only applicants who address the criteria and attach a resume and cover letter will be considered. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Applications close on Wednesday 13th March 2024.
