Farmgate Backpackers is one of Queensland's most reputable seasonal worker coordinators. We provide prospects for workers seeking challenging and rewarding horticultural work, with a commitment to offering a minimum of 30 hours of work per week where available, with additional hours often available during peak periods.
Position Duties /n
We are seeking 150 reliable and physically fit workers in Bellmere /Morten Bay rural area to undertake strawberry picking and packing duties, including:
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Hand harvesting strawberries to quality standards.
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Sorting and grading fruit.
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Packing strawberries for market distribution.
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Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in packing and harvesting areas.
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General crop maintenance and farm duties as required.
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Employment Conditions /n
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Seasonal work available from February to September
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Work may be rostered across a 7-day cycle depending on crop requirements.
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Typical working hours are between 6:00am and 6:00pm.
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Standard shifts are generally 7.6 hours per day.
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Employment is subject to weather conditions, crop availability and market demand.
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Remuneration /n
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Level 1: $32.18 per hour.
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Level 2: $33.05 per hour after three months' experience.
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Superannuation paid at the statutory rate.
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Pay and conditions are in accordance with the Horticulture Award 2020, including applicable penalty rates.
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Requirements /n
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No previous experience required as full training will be provided.
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Solid work ethic and reliability.
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Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor conditions.
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Ability to work in hot and varying weather conditions.
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High level of physical fitness.
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Commitment to a 7-to-9-month employment period.
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Own transport and accommodation must be arranged by the applicant.
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J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Fruit Picking And Packing Gold Coast
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Gold Coast
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