Looking for an active, hands-on role where no two days are the same? Join our harvest team at Proserpine Prawn Farm and play an important part in bringing premium Australian prawns from pond to processing.
Working as part of our Partial Harvest Crew, you'll spend your days in and around the ponds setting, checking and emptying harvest nets, helping prepare prawns for collection and supporting the wider harvest operation. Full training will be provided, making this a excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work and being part of a hardworking team.
Located between Airlie Beach and Bowen, you'll enjoy working in the beautiful Whitsundays while gaining experience in one of Australia's largest prawn farming operations.
Why join us?
- Earn an extra $360 per fortnight through our Prawn Farming Allowance
- Full training provided
- Work in a unique outdoor environment
- Be part of a supportive and hardworking team
- Gain experience in Australia's leading prawn farming operation
- Access wellbeing, mental health and financial support programs
- Enjoy discounts through Maxxia Rewards
The roster
This seasonal role runs from 30 December 2026 to 25 March 2027 .
You'll work a rotating Monday to Friday roster:
- Week 1: 3:00am - 11:30am
- Week 2: 8:00am - 4:30pm
This rotation continues throughout the season. Weekend work and overtime may be required during peak harvest periods.
What will you be doing?
- Setting, checking and emptying partial harvest nets
- Assisting with shaking prawns into the cod end of harvest nets
- Preparing nets for lifting into harvest bins
- Supporting daily harvest operations across the farm
- Working in ponds for most of your shift
- Working safely in all weather conditions, including heat and wet weather
What can you bring?
- Current C Class Driver's Licence
- Ability to swim
- Reliable and punctual work ethic
- Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual work
- Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Who will thrive in this role?
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being active, doesn't mind getting wet and working outdoors, and takes pride in contributing to a successful harvest. You'll be part of a fast-paced team environment where reliability, teamwork and a strong work ethic are highly valued.