Nursery Worker (Seedlings) – Permanent

Harvest time on a berry tunnel farm near Atlantis means early mornings, full crates and paid overtime. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Atlantis. Relocation is not covered for this one. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Plant seedlings in rows at the spacing shown
• Move irrigation pipes and check drippers for blockages
• Follow the re-entry times after spraying, as the signs show
• Prune and thin fruit trees and vines to the farm's method
• Fill crates or bins and carry them to the collection point
• Tie up tomato and pepper plants in tunnels
• Weed beds by hand or with a hoe

• Physically fit for bending, lifting and climbing ladders
• Valid ID or work permit
• Willing to start at sunrise
• Able to work outdoors in heat, cold and rain
• Available for the full harvest season
• Careful with fruit, since bruised fruit is rejected

• Tractor or quad bike experience
• Previous harvest or picking experience

• Farm transport from nearby towns
• Chance of a permanent post after good seasons
• Seasonal accommodation on some farms
• Piece-rate bonus on top of daily wage

• If you have picked before, say which crop and how many seasons. Farms rehire experienced pickers first.
• Farms hire before the season starts, so apply four to six weeks early. Late arrivals often find the teams already full.