Harvest Truck Drivers

Tassal Group; Proserpine; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Prawn farming allowance

Outdoor environment

Supportive team

Leading operation

Wellbeing programs

Maxxia Rewards

Résumé du poste

Tassal Group is seeking a Harvest Truck Driver in Proserpine to move harvested prawns from ponds to the processing facility. You will operate a flatbed truck, support harvest operations, and assist with pond work in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

The role runs during peak season and requires a reliable, physically fit candidate who can work early starts and in varying weather conditions. Benefits include seasonal employment and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Reliable and punctual work ethic.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks.
• Able to swim.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsabilités

• Drive a flatbed truck between ponds and the processing facility.
• Transport harvested prawns safely and efficiently.
• Untie and re-tie cod end nets into harvest bins.
• Support harvest operations to keep product flowing to processing.
• Assist with farm activities when required, including pond work.
• Work safely in all weather conditions.

Connaissances

C Class Licence

Reliability

Physically fit

Fast-paced

Ability to swim

Safety & teamwork

Description du poste

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.

Who are we?

Our people each contribute in different ways, embracing our business values and harnessing our can do - safely culture with purpose and intent. Our shared values are an essential part of our business culture, they define us. They underpin and guide our commitment, attitude, how we work and the quality of our products. We are passionate, we achieve together, we own it and we can do safely.

If you have any questions, please email Georgina at [e-mail]