Harvest Truck Drivers

Tassal; Proserpine; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prawn Farming Allowance

Outdoor work environment

Overtime during peak harvest

Job summary

Tassal is seeking a Harvest Truck Driver in Proserpine, Whitsundays, to move harvested prawns from ponds to the processing facility and support harvest operations.

The role runs from 3 December 2026 to 30 April 2027 on a rotating Monday‑to‑Friday roster with early starts. A C Class licence and a strong safety mindset are essential, with the outdoor environment and team focus at the heart of the job.

Qualifications

• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Physically fit and comfortable performing manual tasks.
• Ability to swim.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Comfortable working outdoors in a range of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Driving a flatbed truck between ponds and the processing facility.
• Transporting harvested prawns safely and efficiently.
• Untying and re-tying cod end nets into harvest bins.
• Supporting harvest operations to keep product flowing to processing.
• Assisting with farm activities when required, including pond work.
• Working safely in all weather conditions.

Skills

Reliable and punctual work ethic

Physically fit

Ability to swim

Safety and teamwork

Adaptable to changing conditions

Job description

Love being outdoors, staying active and working as part of a close-knit team? Join our Prawn Farm team in Proserpine and play an important role in getting premium Australian prawns from the ponds to our processing facility.

As a Harvest Truck Driver, you'll operate a flatbed truck, transport harvested prawns, and work alongside our harvest teams during one of the busiest and most exciting times of the farming season.

Located between Airlie Beach and Bowen, you'll enjoy working in the beautiful Whitsundays while becoming part of a team committed to sustainably feeding tomorrow.

Why join us?

• Earn an extra $360 per fortnight through our Prawn Farming Allowance
• Work in a unique outdoor environment unlike any other driving role
• Be part of a supportive and hardworking team
• Gain experience in Australia's leading prawn farming operation
• Access wellbeing, mental health and financial support programs
• Enjoy discounts through Maxxia Rewards

The roster

This seasonal role runs from 3 December 2026 to 30 April 2027.

You'll work a rotating Monday to Friday roster:

• Week 1: 3:00am - 11:30am
• Week 2: 8:00am - 4:30pm

This rotation continues throughout the season. Weekend work and overtime are common during peak harvest periods.

What will you be doing?

• Driving a flatbed truck between ponds and the processing facility
• Transporting harvested prawns safely and efficiently
• Untying and re-tying cod end nets into harvest bins
• Supporting harvest operations to keep product flowing to processing
• Assisting with farm activities when required, including pond work
• Working safely in all weather conditions

What can you bring?

• Current C Class Driver's Licence
• Reliable and punctual work ethic
• Physically fit and comfortable performing manual tasks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to swim
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Comfortable working outdoors in a range of weather conditions

Who will thrive in this role?

You'll enjoy this role if you're hands-on, like staying active, don't mind getting wet or dirty, and take pride in doing your part to help the team succeed. This role suits someone who is reliable, enjoys early starts, and can adapt to changing conditions while keeping safety front of mind.

We're looking for people who are ready to jump in, work hard, and be part of a successful harvest season.