Orchard Tractor Operator: Apple Thinning & Harvest (Tas)

Agri Labour; Launceston; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $33.05 + penalty rates

Approximately 38 hours/week during the

Seasonal orchard experience

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking experienced Tractor Drivers for an orchard near Sidmouth, Tasmania. You will operate tractors and trailers to support apple thinning and cherry harvest activities, working outdoors across varying weather conditions as part of a coordinated team.

The role offers steady hours (about 38 per week during thinning) with additional work during harvest, and a chance to gain hands-on experience in seasonal orchard operations within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• A current driver's licence and confidence operating a manual vehicle.
• Ability to confidently and safely operate a manual tractor.
• Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
• Ability to complete daily pre-start checks and identify safety issues.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in a fast-paced orchard environment.
• Follow safety procedures and communicate effectively with the team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tractor and trailer safely to support apple thinning operations.
• Drive at the required speed to assist thinning activities.
• Collect and transport bins during the cherry harvest.
• Complete daily pre-start checks on tractors and equipment.
• Identify and report equipment faults or safety concerns.
• Work as part of the orchard team to meet daily targets.

Skills

Manual tractor operation

Tractor & machinery experience

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking experienced Tractor Drivers for an orchard near Sidmouth, Tasmania. You will operate tractors and trailers to support apple thinning and cherry harvest activities, working outdoors across varying weather conditions as part of a coordinated team.

The role offers steady hours (about 38 per week during thinning) with additional work during harvest, and a chance to gain hands-on experience in seasonal orchard operations within a supportive team environment.