Tractor Driver - Sidmouth, Tasmania

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

The benefits

• Start: 23 November 2026
• $33.05 per hour
• Duration: Approx 2 months
• Hands-on experience in orchard operations and agricultural machinery
• Opportunity to work across apple thinning and cherry harvest seasons
• Steady hours during apple thinning, with extra work opportunities during harvest

Job description

The Role

We are seeking reliable and experienced Tractor Drivers to join the team at an orchard in Sidmouth, Tasmania. This role involves safely operating a tractor and trailer to support seasonal apple thinning operations, followed by cherry harvest activities. During the cherry harvest, the successful candidates will continue in a tractor driving role, assisting with the collection and movement of harvest bins. The role is suited to candidates who are confident operating a manual tractor, comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you will support day-to-day orchard operations, focusing on the safe and efficient operation of tractors and trailers during apple thinning and cherry harvest activities, while maintaining equipment safety and operational efficiency.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Operating a tractor and trailer safely to support apple thinning operations
• Driving at the required speed to assist thinning activities
• Collecting and transporting bins during the cherry harvest
• Completing daily pre-start checks on tractors and equipment
• Identifying and reporting equipment faults, safety concerns or operational issues
• Following workplace health and safety procedures at all times
• Wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Communicating with supervisors and team members, including via radio where required
• Working effectively with the orchard team to meet daily operational targets
• Performing other general orchard duties as directed

Benefits:

• $33.05 per hour + penalty rates
• Approximately 38 hours per week during apple thinning
• Potential for continued work during the cherry harvest season
• Opportunity to gain experience in seasonal orchard operations
• Work in a supportive, team-focused agricultural environment

Your Skills & Experience:

To be considered for the role, it is important you can demonstrate the following:

• 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 or report equipment and safety issues
• Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in a fast-paced orchard environment
• Ability to follow instructions and workplace safety procedures
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexibility to work according to weather conditions and operational requirements

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.