About Montague Farms

Montague Farms spans from Legana in Tasmania to Batlow in New South Wales, with orchard operations located at Narre Warren North, Harcourt, Ardmona, Dilpurra and Mildura. Across more than 1,000 hectares of productive orchards and extensive packing facilities, we grow and supply premium apples, pears, cherries, plums, peaches, apricots, grapes and citrus to Australian and international markets.

With a proud family heritage and a focus on innovation, quality and sustainable farming practices, Montague Farms continues to invest in both our people and our operations.

The Opportunity

As our business continues to grow organically, we are seeking motivated and reliable individuals to join our Orchards Team as Farm Hands. This is an excellent chance to contribute to a large-scale horticultural operation while building your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

About the role:

Farm Hands carry out the day-to-day operations and duties involved in running a large-scale orchard and supporting the teams directed by the Farm Manager(s).

The Role – Farm Hand (Horticulture Award)

This casual position is covered by the Horticulture Award and offers stable, full-time hours with seasonal overtime opportunities.

As a Farm Hand working in Shepparton (Ardmona), you will be responsible for a broad range of orchard duties across both harvest and non-harvest periods.

Key Responsibilities:

- Undertake general orchard duties including spraying, weeding, slashing, pruning, mulching, thinning, irrigation, tree training, cleaning and fruit harvest

- Operate tractors, tractor-drawn machinery and other farm equipment safely and effectively

- Mix and apply chemicals including pesticides,



herbicides and fertilisers in accordance with safety and compliance requirements

- Inspect equipment, structures and materials to identify faults, defects or maintenance needs and report issues promptly to management

- Maintain high standards of orchard presentation, crop quality and safety compliance

Demonstrated experience operating farm machinery and equipment is essential.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

- Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar agricultural or orchard role

- Possess practical knowledge of farm operations and crop management

- Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

- Be physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

- Demonstrate reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic

- Show initiative, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn

- Maintain a proactive and positive attitude toward Work Health & Safety

- Hold a current, unrestricted driver’s licence (essential)

Highly Regarded:

- Forklift licence

- ChemCert (or equivalent chemical handling certification)

- First Aid Certificate

- Chainsaw training and experience

Hours of Work

Monday to Saturday– 4:00am to 6:00pm
Overtime may be required during peak periods in line with operational needs.

What We Offer

- Immediate start

- Competitive rates in line with the Horticulture Award

- Weekly pay

- The opportunity to build and grow your agricultural career within a large, expanding business

- A supportive team environment with a strong safety and performance culture

Please note: Only candidates with unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today via SEEK with your resume.

📌 Farm Hands (Shepparton)
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