About the role
Location: Old Beach, Tasmania
Employment: Full Time – 40 hours per week
Start Time: 7:00 am
About Us
Established in 2003, Cherries Tasmania Orchards is a family-owned and operated business located at Old Beach, approximately 20 minutes from Hobart. Led by fourth-generation orchardist Nic Hansen, our orchard covers approximately 50hectares (120 acres) of cherry production. We pride ourselves on producing premium-quality Tasmanian cherries and maintaining high standards in horticultural practices.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic Horticulture Trainee to join our team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across all aspects of orchard operations while completing a nationally recognised horticultural qualification through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Working alongside our experienced Orchard Foreman and Management team, you will learn a variety of skills throughout the growing and harvest seasons.
Key Responsibilities:
- General orchard maintenance and daily operations.
- Pruning, tree training and orchard development.
- Irrigation and orchard infrastructure maintenance.
- Netting installation, removal and seasonal preparation.
- Assisting with harvest operations.
- Safe operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Completing practical and formal traineeship requirements.
- Following workplace health and safety procedures.
About You
We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a genuine interest in horticulture. The successful applicant will have:
- A willingness to learn and undertake a variety of tasks.
- Reliability, punctuality and positive communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- The physical ability to undertake outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
- A current driver's licence and reliable transport.
- A commitment to completing a formal horticultural traineeship.
Previous horticultural or agricultural experience is an advantage but not essential. Applicants must be willing to undertake a pre-employment assessment, including drug and alcohol testing.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment – 40 hours per week.
- Regular 7:00 am starts.
- A nationally recognised horticultural qualification.
- Hands-on training with experienced orchard staff.
- A supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing career development.
Remuneration
Wages and employment conditions will be in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Horticulture Award 2020 and relevant traineeship arrangements.
How to Apply
If you're ready to start a rewarding career in horticulture, we'd love to hear from you! Apply through SEEK or email your resume and a brief introduction to:
[email protected]
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