Farm Hands | Albany

HRO Harvest Road Oceans Pty Ltd; Albany; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Road Oceans Pty Ltd in Albany invites applications for Farm Hands to support aquaculture operations on Emu Point. You’ll operate vessels and equipment, collect data, assist with grading and packing, and help with maintenance while following safety and work plans.

This hands-on role suits motivated, reliable workers who enjoy outdoor work, value teamwork, and are willing to learn across all operational duties in a coastal WA facility.

Qualifications

• Current class C driver’s licence is required.
• Progressive and positive attitude; commitment to safe working practices.
• Willingness to fill in across all operations when required.
• Pass a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical assessment.
• Able to work outdoors in coastal WA conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate farm vessels and vehicles as required.
• Collect data and document records from work activities.
• Assist with sorting, packing, loading and deploying shellfish.
• Support with grading, packaging, and stock handling.
• Perform general maintenance and equipment cleaning.
• Adhere to health and safety standards and environmental monitoring.

Skills

Driver's license (Class C)

Safety conscious

Hard-working

Team player

Self-starter

Job description

With six generations of agricultural heritage and a commitment to sustainability through evidence-based practices, Harvest Road Group is proud to produce some of Australia's highest quality food products. We are passionate about delivering premium agricultural food that reflects the best our country has to offer. Today, Harvest Road encompasses the iconic Harvey Beef and Leeuwin Coast brands, supplying a range of exceptional food products to domestic and international markets. Our business is built on innovation, integrity, and a deep connection to the land, and we are committed to continuous improvement in everything we do – from paddock to plate. Love working outdoors and being out on the water? Looking for a hands‑on role where every day is a little different? We’re looking for motivated and reliable Farm Hands to join our team and help raise and care for premium oysters.

The Opportunity

We have exciting opportunities for Farm Hands to join our teams based on the pristine shorefront of Albany’s Emu Point. You will be involved in all aspects of our aquaculture operations including:

• Operate farm vessels and vehicles as required.
• Support compliance management including water sampling and environmental monitoring.
• Follow the direction of the work plan as specified in pre‑start meetings.
• Collecting and recording of data.
• Collect, grade, pack, load, unload, move and deploy shellfish across on‑water farm areas as required.
• Assist with sorting and pack out of harvest stock.
• General maintenance duties.
• Operating mechanical equipment such as, but not limited to, grading machines, bagging machines, folk lift, tractor, pressure cleaning equipment and hydraulic equipment.
• Ensure health and safety standards are adhered to.

Please note: Those on short‑term visas are welcome to apply.

Our ideal candidate will have

• Current class ‘C‘ driver’s licence.
• Progressive and positive attitude.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices.
• Motivation and be hard‑working, willing to positively contribute to the Harvest Road culture.
• Strong work ethic and enjoy being part of a close‑knit and passionate team.
• Be a self‑starter, and confident working independently.
• Willingness to fill in across all operational requirements when required.
• Pass a National Police Clearance and pre‑employment medical assessment.
• Possess sufficient fitness level to carry out required tasks.

What’s In It for You?

Our business endeavours to provide a safe, encouraging and family‑oriented work environment to all staff, to ensure you have the necessary support to achieve your best results. In addition to working in the beautiful coastal town of Albany, we also offer:

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Ongoing career development and opportunities in one of WA’s largest agri‑food businesses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Staff discounts and other employee benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.