Orchard Hands

Glen's Hill; Berrigan; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Glen's Hill in New South Wales is seeking a dedicated Orchard Hand to join our citrus operations. You will perform tractor work, machinery maintenance, irrigation tasks, and assist with harvest support, under supervision.

This casual role offers up to full-time hours with weekend work seasonally, training provided, and opportunities for progression for the right candidate. You must have a valid driver's license and be able to work safely outdoors.

Qualifications

• Must be legally entitled to work in Australia.
• Forklift licence required (or willingness to obtain).
• AgChem Certification required (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors with various implements and practice safe working around trees.
• Perform general machinery maintenance.
• Monitor for pests and disease, reporting to supervisor.
• Irrigation repairs and general farm maintenance.
• Maintain trees and prepare for new plantings.
• Assist with stocktakes and inventory management.
• Clean and maintain machinery and workshop.
• Support harvest teams in the field; not a fruit picking job.
• Load/unload trucks.
• General farm tasks and collaboration with staff.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Safety conscious

Record keeping with devices

Tools

Forklift licence

AgChem Certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Orchard Hand to join our citrus operations team.

Our orchard hands have a variety of jobs to do -

• tractor operations including slashing, mulching and spraying the orchard
• general machinery maintenance
• monitor and identify pest and disease issues and report them to the supervisor.
• irrigation repairs and general farm maintenance
• tree maintenance and preparation for new plantings
• assisting with parts and consumable stocktakes and inventory management
• cleaning and maintenance of machinery and the workshop
• supporting the harvest teams in the field (this is not a fruit picking job)
• loading/unloading trucks
• general farm maintenance tasks
• work closely with other experienced farm staff to ensure the health and productivity of our orchards.

Orchard hands must be confident and comfortable operating tractors with a range of implements, working safely amongst trees and irrigation infrastructure.

A senior orchard hand will bring a mix of hands-on technical skills, leadership, and operational awareness.

This position is ongoing casual, with up to full time hours and occasional weekend work. Future company progression including opportunities for permanent positions will be considered for the right candidates.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role involving regular physical activity such as lifting, walking, standing and bending throughout the day.

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working outdoors and being part of a supportive team
• Brings a positive attitude and takes pride in their work
• Can work safely and independently when required
• Can follow detailed instructions and has the initiative to manage their own tasks
• Can record information clearly using electronic devices
• Is interested in long-term, ongoing work within our operation
• Australian work rights are essential - we are not offering sponsorship for this role.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Australia
• Forklift licence and AgChem Certification is required (or willingness to obtain)

Training will be provided, and there are opportunities for career progression for the right person.

Our general work hours are Monday to Friday, with some weekend work during harvest and the busy summer season. Early starts are normal, especially in warmer months.

Pay and conditions are in accordance with the Horticulture Award 2020, with casual positions starting at Level 3 - $33.55/hr.

Please note

• Unauthorised walk in applications are not accepted. Please respect our farm biosecurity rules.
• Accommodation is not provided.
• You’ll need reliable transport to get to and from the orchard.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from women, men, school leavers, and semi retired people who fit the criteria.