General Farm Hand
We are looking for a casual General Farm Hand to join our Costa Avocados team in Childers, QLD.
About the Role
This role is a casual, hands-on role and will operate farm implements, tractors and spraying units for the application of sprays, fertiliser programs and general farm maintenance work as required. This role will support the Farm Operations Manager to achieve horticultural objectives on farm.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Be proactive with safety and reporting.
- Work closely with the agronomy and farm teams to ensure growing programs are carried out to plan
- Operating farm equipment like tractors, slashers, spray units
- Keep accurate and up to date farm records
- Handling chemicals
- Slashing, Mulching, Crop Maintenenac
- After hours / night work required during short periods of the year
- Other general farm tasks as directed
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- 2-5 years’ experience in a similar position
- Problem solving skills
- Strong focus on achieving results
- Ability to work with a diverse range of people
- Solid grounding in safety and quality principles
- Good time management skills and communication skills
- Current driver’s license
- Chemical accreditation certificate (e.g. chemcert or other) is desirable
- Experience in the operation of farm machinery is essential
About Us
Costa is Australia’s leading grower, packer and marketer of premium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. We nurture our people, cultivate our growing sites and invest in ongoing research and development. All of the products we grow and sell are fresh, nutritious, unprocessed and grown on our very own farms or those of our partner growers.
We Care For Our People
People are the heart of Costa. Our employees enjoy some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry. From competitive pay to health, wellbeing, and further learning and development opportunities. No matter the role, you’ll always benefit from a caring environment that encourages and supports you to thrive, grow and connect.
Apply Now
Applications will close once the right candidates have been selected, so if you wish to be considered, apply now!
