Thinner
About this job
Thinners will be assigned rows and instructions on how to thin and shoot rip. Essentially it is reducing the number of fruits per tree to the optimum amount by using your hands. This number will change with different tree sizes, and varieties so listening skills are essential. (Gloves and PPE will be provided) Contract rate is worked out per tree. The upcoming thinning season will commence mid-November and will go until approx. 20th of December - dates are weather and fruit set dependant.
Job Requirements
This job requires you to be on your feet all day, up a ladder and sometimes platforms are used so you need to be physically fit. Must be able to listen and follow instructions, able to work in a team, be consistent and reliable. Need own transport to get to Orchard as not on main bus route.
- Days of work
- Mon-Frid, Sat if required. Weather dependant so must be flexible (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- Min. Adult Rate
- Job Category
- Crop Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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