Address 20 horticultural workers are required for the bananas and various other fruits and vegetables season starting in December 2024 through to September 2025, across properties in Mareeba and Surrounding areas, Far North QLD. Workers must be available to work 5-7 days per week. Hours of work will vary daily, depending on harvest requirements, averaging a minimum of 30 hours per week. This work is mainly outdoors in various weather conditions and involves picking, planting, packing and general crop management of bananas and various other fruits and vegetables. Wages will be under the Horticultural Award 2020 and primarily paid under the casual hourly award rate ($28.26 per hour). Workers must be available for the full 9 months 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.
To apply, please address the following selection criteria in your cover letter:
1. Ability to work 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 email your current resume and cover letter to ***************@jobsaustralia.com.au with the subject "Application for Horticultural Labourer- December Mareeba" and include the Job ID.
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 22nd May 2024.
