Rugby Farming Group is a large, family owned and operated business that specialises in growing, packing, marketing and transporting fresh vegetables to both the domestic and export markets. With multiple farming operations throughout Queensland and a diverse range of job opportunities, we are seeking great people to join our team from August 2026 with ongoing work through to 2030. We are seeking labourers for shed packing work and outside field work in Bowen.
Whilst experience in vegetable picking and packing is desired, we are prepared to offer training and reliable hours to any applicant who is willing to work and can manage a fair degree of physical labour. To be successful in this role, candidates will require a good understanding of English, strong work ethic, willingness to learn and a firm commitment to Workplace Health and Safety systems and processes. Given the nature of our industry, early morning starts working outside in the elements are a requirement of the role as is weekend work and a good level of physical fitness.
In return for your commitment, successful applicants will be rewarded with a competitive pay rate under the Horticultural Award working with a well-regarded company and provided opportunities for career progression.
We may offer the chance to upskill to any suitable applicants. Some higher-level roles include, but are not limited to, Tractor Driver, Harvest Supervisor, and Quality Controller are only available through internal promotion.
These roles are only open to existing employees who have demonstrated capability and reliability in a labourer position.
At Rugby Farming
Group, we embrace a culturally diverse workforce and welcome all applications. Days you will work:
You will need to be available to work any day of the week, including weekends. The specific days you are rostered to work each week may vary based on operational needs.
Hours of work
Work hours can vary and are subject to change depending on the season and workload. Shifts may involve early morning starts and/or late-night finishes.
Minimum hours of work
Your ordinary hours of work will total 152 hours over a 4-week period, which averages 38 hours per week. So if you are ready to roll up your sleeves and start your journey in the horticulture sector, we are happy to provide you the opportunity. Please express your interest now by visiting www.rugbyfarm.com.au and completing the application by clicking on the Employment tab.