Partial Crew - Prossie Harvest

Tassal; Proserpine; Hybrid; AUD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Prawn Farming Allowance

Full training provided

Outdoor work environment

Wellbeing support programs

Discounts through Maxxia Rewards

Job summary

Tassal is seeking a hands-on harvest team member for our Proserpine Prawn Farm, contributing to pond-to-processing stages in a seasonal capacity. You will be in and around ponds, handling nets and assisting with harvest operations, with full training provided.

Located in the Whitsundays region, you will join a hardworking team and gain practical experience in one of Australia's leading prawn farming operations. Expect a rotating schedule and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Seasonal harvest role requiring outdoor manual work.
• Must be able to swim and work around ponds.
• Reliable and punctual with strong team spirit.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Setting, checking and emptying partial harvest nets.
• Assisting with shaking prawns into the cod end of harvest nets.
• Preparing nets for lifting into harvest bins.
• Supporting daily harvest operations across the farm.
• Working in ponds for most of your shift.
• Working safely in all weather conditions, including heat and wet weather.

Skills

Ability to swim

Reliable and punctual

Good physical fitness

Team player

Outdoor work

Positive attitude

Education

C Class Driver's Licence

Job description

Looking for an active, hands-on role where no two days are the same? Join our harvest team at Proserpine Prawn Farm and play an important part in bringing premium Australian prawns from pond to processing.

Working as part of our Partial Harvest Crew, you'll spend your days in and around the ponds setting, checking and emptying harvest nets, helping prepare prawns for collection and supporting the wider harvest operation. Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work and being part of a hardworking team.

Located between Airlie Beach and Bowen, you'll enjoy working in the beautiful Whitsundays while gaining experience in one of Australia's largest prawn farming operations.

Why join us?

• Earn an extra $360 per fortnight through our Prawn Farming Allowance
• Full training provided
• Work in a unique outdoor environment
• 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 30 December 2026 to 25 March 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 may be required during peak harvest periods.

What will you be doing?

• Setting, checking and emptying partial harvest nets
• Assisting with shaking prawns into the cod end of harvest nets
• Preparing nets for lifting into harvest bins
• Supporting daily harvest operations across the farm
• Working in ponds for most of your shift
• Working safely in all weather conditions, including heat and wet weather

What can you bring?

• Current C Class Driver's Licence
• Ability to swim
• Reliable and punctual work ethic
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual work
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Who will thrive in this role?

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being active, doesn't mind getting wet and working outdoors, and takes pride in contributing to a successful harvest. You'll be part of a fast-paced team environment where reliability, teamwork and a strong work ethic are highly valued.