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Form of work 2 horticultural workers are required to work as Machine Operators in a berry packhouse starting in May for 9 months in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Workers must be available to work 5-7 days per week. Hours of work will vary daily, depending on harvests, averaging a minimum of 30 hours per week. This work is indoors / outdoors and involves:
•Day to day operation of machines (including machinery pre-operations).
•Monitor fruit quality and ensure machine line settings meet quality control targets.
•Ensuring the safe, effective and efficient operations of the packing process.
•Excellent communication skills to provide clear and concise instructions to packers.
•This role ensures machines and workstations are correctly set up prior to starting.
•Provide support to the packers on the line through timely and proficient problem identification and resolution.
•Responsible for accurate data entry, including clocking team members in and out of shifts.
•Must be mechanically minded with experience in troubleshooting.
•Other duties as required.
Wages will be under the Horticultural Award 2020 and paid under the Level 5 casual hourly award rate ($32.73 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 fast and accurate in a noisy shed environment.
2.Availability and ability to stay for the entire duration (9 months).
3.Ability to manage the day-to-day duties outlined above.
4.Physical fitness and the ability to work in a physically demanding job.
5.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 – Packhouse Machine Operator".
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 28th February 2024.
