Fruit Farm Workers – 60 Positions – Shepparton Region, VIC

CoreStaff; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

CoreStaff is seeking 60 Fruit Farm Workers for a casual seasonal role in the Shepparton region of Victoria. Positions commence December 2026 and run about 9 months.

Expect at least 30 hours per week, with overtime possible during peak harvest; early starts and outdoor work in varying weather are common. Duties include picking, pruning, packing, general farm maintenance, and adhering to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Be reliable, punctual and have a strong work ethic.
• Be physically capable of undertaking manual horticultural work.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Be able to follow instructions and workplace safety procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Be available for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Have flexibility to work additional hours and overtime when required.
• Be available for the approximately 9-month assignment duration.
• Be able to reliably attend rostered shifts.
• Previous experience in horticulture, farming, fruit picking, harvesting or packing is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Picking and harvesting fruit
• Pruning and general crop maintenance
• Orchard and plant maintenance
• Sorting, grading and packing produce
• Preparing produce for storage or dispatch
• General farm and property maintenance
• Cleaning work areas and equipment
• Manual handling, including lifting and carrying
• Following workplace health and safety procedures
• Other reasonable horticultural duties as required

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Willing to work overtime

Job description

Fruit Farm Workers – 60 Positions – Shepparton Region, VIC

Job Type: Permanent position | Casual position

Job Description

Fruit Farm Workers – 60 Positions – Shepparton Region, VIC Location: Shepparton Region, Victoria Employment Type: Casual – Seasonal Assignment

Positions Available: 60 Expected Start Date: December 2026 Assignment Duration: Approximately 9 months

Minimum Hours: 30 hours per week Hourly Rate: $32.18 per hour, inclusive of 25% casual loading Award: Horticulture Award 2020 (MA000028)

About the Role We are seeking 60 reliable and motivated Fruit Farm Workers to join a commercial fruit-growing operation in the Shepparton region of Victoria. The positions are expected to commence in December 2026 and continue for approximately 9 months.

Successful applicants will be offered a minimum of 30 hours of work per week, with additional hours potentially available depending on harvest, seasonal and operational requirements. Example Working Hours

An example of a 30-hour working week may be: Monday to Friday – 6:00am to 12:00pm 6 hours per day × 5 days = 30 hours per week

This is an example only. Actual rostered days, start and finish times may vary depending on harvest requirements, weather conditions and operational needs. Workers may be required to work additional hours, weekends and overtime during busy harvest and production periods.

Overtime and applicable penalty rates will be paid in accordance with the Horticulture Award 2020 (MA000028). Applicants must be willing and available to work reasonable additional hours when required.

Key Duties

• Picking and harvesting fruit
• Pruning and general crop maintenance
• Orchard and plant maintenance
• Sorting, grading and packing produce
• Preparing produce for storage or dispatch
• General farm and property maintenance
• Cleaning work areas and equipment
• Manual handling, including lifting and carrying
• Following workplace health and safety procedures
• Other reasonable horticultural duties as required

Working Environment

This is a physically active, hands-on position. Applicants must be willing and able to: Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including hot, cold and wet conditions

Undertake repetitive manual tasks for extended periods Stand, bend, reach, lift and carry as required Work safely in an agricultural and horticultural environment

Commence work early in the morning when rostered Work additional hours and overtime when reasonably required Follow all workplace health and safety procedures and directions

Appropriate workplace health and safety procedures will apply at all times.

About You

• Be reliable, punctual and have a strong work ethic
• Be physically capable of undertaking manual horticultural work
• Be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Be able to follow instructions and workplace safety procedures
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Be available for a minimum of 30 hours per week
• Have flexibility to work additional hours and overtime when required
• Be available for the expected duration of the approximately 9-month assignment
• Be able to reliably attend rostered shifts

Previous experience in horticulture, farming, fruit picking, harvesting or packing is desirable but not essential. Workplace training will be provided.

Pay and Employment Conditions

The position is covered by the Horticulture Award 2020 (MA000028). The starting rate for an adult Level 1 casual employee is $32.18 per hour, inclusive of the applicable 25% casual loading.

Applicable overtime, penalty rates and allowances will be paid in accordance with the Award. Employees will also receive superannuation in accordance with legislative requirements. Classification and rates of pay will be reviewed and adjusted where required under the applicable Award.

Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates who meet the requirements of the role.