The benefits

Start: ASAP

$33.05 per hour + penalty rates

Duration: Approx. 6 weeks

VIC-based with interstate travel. Accommodation, transport and meals provided

Outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the almond and nut industry

Varied outdoor work across established almond orchards in Victoria and NSW

Job description The Role

We are seeking reliable and detail-focused Almond Yield Assessment Assistants to support an annual yield assessment program based in Mildura, VIC, with travel to orchard locations across Victoria and New South Wales as required.

Working within the almond and horticulture industry, you will join a hands-on field team responsible for assessing almond crops by counting nuts on selected trees and accurately recording field data. This is an active outdoor role in a practical orchard environment, offering steady hourly work and valuable exposure to the nut-growing industry.

Based in Mildura – Victoria, with interstate travel when required. Where travel is required, accommodation, transport and meals are provided, in addition to any applicable Award entitlements. Workers will meet in Mildura, and the company will provide transportation assistance to travel between the orchards.

Key Responsibilities

You will assist with collecting accurate crop information that supports almond yield assessments across multiple orchard locations. Attention to detail, safe work practices and the ability to follow established assessment procedures are important to succeeding in this role.

Conduct almond yield assessments across selected orchard blocks

Count and accurately record nuts on selected trees

Use ladders safely to access trees and complete nut counts

Record field data clearly and accurately

Follow established assessment procedures and supervisor instructions

Travel between orchard locations in Victoria and New South Wales as required





Work safely outdoors in varying weather conditions

Maintain safe work practices throughout all assessment activities

Complete other reasonable duties as requested by supervisors

Benefits

$33.05 per hour plus applicable penalty rates

Approximately 6 weeks of seasonal employment

Approximately 38 hours per week, providing steady working hours and hourly pay

Based in Victoria, with interstate travel when required. Where travel is required, accommodation, transport and meals are provided, in addition to any applicable Award entitlements.

Opportunity to build practical experience and step into the almond and broader nut industry

Work across a variety of orchard locations as part of an experienced agricultural team

Your Skills & Experience

Able to carry out physical outdoor work for extended periods, including walking, bending and working in varying weather

Comfortable and confident using ladders safely

Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately count and record field information

Able to follow instructions and established assessment procedures

Own vehicle or reliable transport to meet point is essential

Ability and willingness to travel between farm locations

Willing and available to travel between farm locations, including orchards in New South Wales

Previous orchard, farm, horticulture or agricultural experience is advantageous but not essential

Commitment to workplace health and safety

Choose Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers – we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients’ businesses and our candidates’ careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.

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