Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest grower and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.
We are currently seeking experienced and motivated operators of harvesters, tractors and sprayers to join our team on a full-time permanent basis at our Parilla site located approximately two hours from Adelaide in the Murray Mallee, South Australia.
Duties include:
- Undertake planting, cultivation and harvesting duties.
- Operate and control the use of equipment in the production of horticultural and broad acre crops.
- Operate and maintain spray equipment.
- Operate tow behind or self-propelled sprayers.
- Timely application of chemical and nutrient mixes to crops as required.
- Maintain, repair, and complete basic level maintenance on farm machinery.
- Maintain logs and records as per company procedures.
- Observe and comply with all health and safety policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- At least two years previous relevant experience is required either working as a Mobile Plant / harvest / spray operator.
- Machinery operating ability is essential.
- Basic Mechanical knowledge.
- Large Machinery driving knowledge.
- Self-Motivated.
- Honest.
- Full / unrestricted driver’s license.
- Experienced in the use of harvesters / tractors / sprayers.
- Good Communication Skills.
- Excellent attitude.
A salary of $70,000 - $ 90,000 will be offered depending on skills and experience.
This position will require weekend and night work in line with production demands. Applicants must live near to Parilla (or surrounding towns) or be willing to relocate.
Please visit www.zerellafresh.com.au for more information about the company. To express your interest in this position, please apply by attaching a current resume.