Fruit Picking and Packing

Job Q; Bundaberg; Hybrid; AUD 44,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation paid

Job summary

Job Q in Bundaberg East, QLD is seeking 100 reliable workers for sweet potato harvest and packing starting 1 February 2027. Work includes harvesting to quality standards, packing for market distribution, and site hygiene.

Shifts run 6:00am–6:00pm with typical 7.6-hour days, and up to 9 months of seasonal work depending on crop needs. Remuneration is Level 1 at $32.18/hour, rising to Level 2 at $33.05/hour after three months.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• High level of physical fitness.
• Commitment to a 7–9 month employment period.
• Own transport and accommodation must be arranged by the applicant.

Responsibilities

• Harvesting sweet potatoes to quality standards.
• Packing for market distribution.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in packing and harvesting areas.
• General crop maintenance and farm duties as required.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Physical fitness

Ability to work in heat

Outdoor work

Job description

#### Fruit Picking and PackingBundaberg East, QLD 4670Casual#### Job descriptionFarmgate Backpackers is one of Queensland's most reputable seasonal worker coordinators. We provide opportunities 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 DutiesWe are seeking 100 reliable and physically fit workers in Bundaberg rural area to commence on the 1st February 2027, to undertake sweet potato harvest and packing duties, including: • Harvesting sweet potatoes to quality standards. • Packing for market distribution. • Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in packing and harvesting areas. • General crop maintenance and farm duties as required.Employment Conditions • Seasonal work commencement date - February 2027 • Seasonal work available for up to 9 months • Work may be rostered across a 7-day cycle depending on crop requirements. • Typical working hours are between 6:00am and 6:00pm. • Standard shifts are generally 7.6 hours per day. • Employment is subject to weather conditions, crop availability and market demand.Remuneration • Level 1: $32.18 per hour. • Level 2: $33.05 per hour after three months' experience. • Superannuation paid at the statutory rate. • Pay and conditions are in accordance with the Horticulture Award 2020, including applicable penalty rates.Requirements • No previous experience required as full training will be provided. • Strong work ethic and reliability. • Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor conditions. • Ability to work in hot and varying weather conditions. • High level of physical fitness. • Commitment to a 7-to-9-month employment period. • Own transport and accommodation must be arranged by the applicant.How to ApplyApplicants should submit: • A current resume. • A handwritten cover letter. • Within 14 daysApplications including a covering letter can be emailed to quoting Job Reference BUN010227Login is optional, you may send application via email