Farm Labourer

We require 500 workers for harvesting apples in the Narre Warren region, VIC.

The work includes the harvest of apple, pruning, maintenance duties, and general farm labouring.

Work will commence in November 2026 and be ongoing for 9 months.

Successful candidates will be offered employment on a casual basis and paid as a pieceworker or by the relevant hourly award rate, depending on the work performed (pay rates are based on the Horticulture Award 2020 MA000028) with a starting rate as Level 1 $32.18 per hour.

Applicants must have the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, be flexible with working days and be available 6-7 days a week if required. Regular weekend work may also be required including Sundays. Workers must be available for early morning starts, with general work hours between 6am and 7pm.

Applicants must be hardworking and physically fit as you will be required to perform tasks that involve bending and lifting.

Fruit Picking can be physically demanding work you may be required to carry Harvest picking bags with a weight of 25kgs over uneven terrain. Other tasks also include climbing ladders, bending and squatting for long periods of time throughout the day.

You will be required to work outdoors in some cases may be required to work in Wet Weather. (PPE will be provided).

Workers must be able to pass a medical/drug test.

Candidates MUST have work rights in Australia. Only successful applicants will be notified.

All applications must be lodged online.