Blueberry Picker Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is chasing keen Blueberry Pickers for a cracking farm in Wamuran, Queensland. This casual gig pays $31.19 an hour plus penalty rates for a four-month stint, starting as soon as you can get your boots on. You’ll be out in the fields, picking ripe, plump blueberries, sorting them for quality, and getting them ready for the packing shed. Previous berry-picking experience is a must, and you’ll need the stamina to work in Queensland’s warm weather. It’s all onsite in the Sunshine Coast’s berry heartland, with visa extension eligibility for those who qualify. Agri Labour’s after hard yakka types who love a team vibe and aren’t fazed by a bit of sun.

About Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is a ripper of a recruitment crew, hooking up workers with farms from the Top End to Tassie. They team up with big agribusinesses, primary producers, and local growers like the Wamuran farm, built on a fair dinkum love for the land. Known for their know-how, they match folks to the right jobs and back it up with solid advice.

Job Title

Blueberry Picker

Responsibilities

• Spot and pick ripe, firm blueberries that are chock-a-block blue.
• Sort berries at picking stations to make sure only the best head to the shed.
• Pop picked blueberries into buckets without bruising them.
• Keep quality top-notch by following food safety rules.
• Work outdoors in the heat, rain, or whatever the weather throws at you.
• Check berries for size and colour to meet market standards.
• Carry full buckets to collection points without spilling a single berry.
• Keep your picking area clean to avoid tripping or messing up the crop.
• Team up with mates to hit daily picking targets.
• Help move sorted berries to the packing shed when needed.
• Stay sharp for pests or dodgy berries and give the boss a heads-up.
• Follow farm safety protocols to keep everyone in one piece.
• Pitch in with odd jobs like tidying rows or clearing debris.
• Pack berries carefully for transport if the shed’s short-handed.
• Keep an eye on your gear, like buckets or gloves, and report any dings.

Requirements

Education

No degree or certificate needed.

Experience

• Previous blueberry picking experience (essential).
• Familiarity with sorting or quality control is a bonus.

Skills

• Tough enough for long days in hot, outdoor conditions.
• Sharp eye for picking only ripe, quality blueberries.
• Team spirit to work smoothly with the picking crew.
• Solid work ethic to keep going through the season.
• Reliable to show up and hit the ground running.
• Steady hands to handle berries without squashing them.

Knowledge

• Know-how of spotting ripe blueberries ready for picking.
• Basics of food safety and quality standards for berries.
• Understanding of working safely in outdoor farm settings.
• Familiarity with sorting berries for market quality.
• Awareness of common berry pests or crop issues.
• Sense of how picking fits into the farm’s daily rhythm.

Applicant Location

This job’s on-site at the farm in Wamuran, Queensland, right in the Sunshine Coast’s berry country.

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