Orchard Workers - Thinning & Harvest Season - Shepparton, Vic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $33.05 + penalties

4 months seasonal work

Approximately 45 hours/week

Progress from thinning to harvest

Varied crops: nectarine, apricot, and/

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking Orchard Workers for the thinning and harvest season in Shepparton, VIC. This hands-on outdoor role offers consistent seasonal work across nectarine, apricot and apple crops, with a pathway from thinning to harvest.

You will join a practical team in a busy orchard setting, working approximately 45 hours per week, and earning $33.05 per hour plus penalty rates for a four-month term starting in early October.

Qualifications

• Previous fruit thinning and picking experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Thin nectarines, apricots and apples as required.
• Harvest fruit in line with quality and productivity standards.
• Sort and handle fruit carefully to minimise damage.
• Inspect fruit and remove unsuitable produce where required.
• Complete general orchard maintenance and seasonal duties.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Fruit thinning

Fruit picking

Outdoor work

Team player

Safety conscious

Job description

The benefits

• Start: Early October
• $33.05 per hour + penalty rates
• Duration: Approx 4 months
• Seasonal orchard work moving from thinning directly into harvest activities
• Work across nectarine, apricot and apple crops in a busy orchard environment
• Join a practical team with consistent seasonal work across a four-month period

Job description

The Role

Agri Labour Australia is seeking reliable and hardworking Orchard Workers for the upcoming thinning and harvest season in Shepparton, VIC. Working within the horticulture and fruit-growing industry, you will join a busy, team-focused orchard environment. This hands‑on outdoor role offers consistent seasonal work, with the opportunity to move from fruit thinning directly into harvest activities across nectarine, apricot and apple crops.

Key Responsibilities

You will support orchard production throughout the thinning and harvest season, helping maintain fruit quality and meet daily production targets. The role involves physical outdoor work, careful fruit handling and close teamwork.

• Thin nectarines, apricots and apple crops as required
• Harvest fruit in line with quality and productivity standards
• Sort and handle fruit carefully to minimise damage
• Inspect fruit and remove unsuitable produce where required
• Complete general orchard maintenance and seasonal duties
• Work efficiently to meet daily production targets
• Maintain clean and organised work areas
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• Assist with other orchard duties as required throughout the season

Benefits

• Competitive $33.05 per hour + penalty rates
• 4 months of seasonal employment
• Approximately 45 hours per week, subject to seasonal requirements
• Opportunity to progress directly from thinning into harvest work
• Varied work across nectarine, apricot and apple crops
• Consistent seasonal work within a practical and supportive orchard team

Your Skills & Experience

• Previous fruit thinning and picking experience desirable
• Physically fit and able to complete repetitive outdoor work
• Comfortable working long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Able to handle fruit carefully while maintaining productivity
• Reliable, punctual and committed to the full season
• Ability to follow instructions and meet quality standards
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Willingness to undertake a range of orchard duties as required

Choose Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients' businesses and our candidates' careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.