Seasonal and Year-Round Farm Roles Across Australia
Australia’s horticulture and livestock sectors recruit workers for planting, picking, packing, machinery operation, and station work. If you are fit, safety-minded, and ready for outdoor work, you can secure roles that provide steady hours, piece-rates during peak harvests, and regional experiences that many workers find rewarding.
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Typical Tasks and Conditions
- Picking and grading fruit and vegetables to quality specs.
- Operating tractors, forklifts, and basic farm machinery after training.
- Irrigation checks, fencing support, and livestock care on stations.
- Packing-shed roles with quality checks and pallet preparation.
Preparation and Safety
- Invest in sun protection and hydration systems for hot days.
- Learn safe lifting and pacing for high-throughput harvests.
- Understand piece-rate basics and what good operators earn per day.
- Arrange regional accommodation and transport early in peak season.
How to Apply
Use official harvest job boards and reputable labour-hire companies with clear contracts. Ask about pay structure, accommodation availability, and safety inductions. If you have forklift or machinery experience, highlight it—it can lift earnings and speed placement.