Job Info

Location: KATHERINE, NT

Salary: Not Specified

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

Whales Regional Workforce is seeking 50 Mango Harvest Workers to commence work during the upcoming mango season in Katherine, NT 0850. These positions may be suitable for applicants who are:

Looking for short-term seasonal agricultural work opportunities (up to 9 months)
Comfortable working outdoors in hot and humid conditions
Physically fit and able to perform manual labour for extended periods
Able to work efficiently in a team environment

Mango Harvest Workers will assist with harvesting and handling mango crops during the mango season. Work will take place in orchard environments and may involve repetitive and physically demanding tasks. Duties may include:

Picking mangoes from trees using picking bags or picking poles
Carrying and emptying picking bags into field bins
Sorting and handling mangoes during harvesting operations
Loading harvested mangoes into bins, trailers or transport vehicles
Assisting with general orchard labour and cleaning work areas
Following workplace health and safety procedures

These positions are casual seasonal roles for a period of up to 9 months. Successful applicants will generally be offered 30 hours per week, with additional hours potentially available depending on harvest requirements and weather conditions. The hourly pay rate is $30.15, with employment conditions in accordance with the Horticulture Award 2020.

Work is performed outdoors in tropical weather conditions, and applicants must be able to work in hot and humid environments, as well as undertake repetitive manual tasks including lifting, carrying, bending and standing for extended periods. These roles are Labourer / Entry Level positions. Experience in agricultural or harvest work is beneficial but not required, as training will be provided.

To apply for a position, please send your CV and brief cover letter to: ****@whalesworkforce.com In the subject line of your email, please include the following information: Position applied for / Location of the role Selected candidates will be individually contacted and informed of further details regarding the recruitment process. Thank you.

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