CROP FARM WORKER

CROP FARM WORKERS WANTED

Harvest Hill Orchard – Lambells Lagoon, Northern Territory

Harvest Hill Orchard is a family owned and operated commercial farm based in Lambells Lagoon, Northern Territory. We specialise in growing and producing a variety of tropical fruits and vegetables, including Dragonfruit, Asian Green Mangoes, Kensington Pride (KP) Mangoes, Rambutan, and Asian Vegetables. We supply fresh produce to interstate wholesale markets throughout Australia all year.

As part of our ongoing business growth, we are expanding our Dragonfruit production, including establishing new plantings and increasing our growing capacity. We are seeking experienced and reliable Crop Farm Workers to join our team and support our existing farm operations and future expansion.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine tasks in planting, growing, cultivating, and harvesting tropical fruits and vegetables.
• Prepare soil and growing areas for planting crops, seedlings and cuttings.
• Operate farm machinery and equipment for cultivating, maintaining, and spraying crops.
• Safely handle and apply agricultural chemicals to control weeds, pests, and diseases.
• Install, operate, and maintain irrigation systems to support crop growth.
• Select, pick, and discard fruits and vegetables according to quality control standards.
• Grade, sort, pack, and prepare fresh produce for transport and distribution.
• Construct, install, maintain support structures for Dragonfruit and climbing vegetables.
• Maintain crops through pruning, weeding, training, and general plant care.
• Assist with the establishment and expansion of new Dragon Fruit growing areas, including planting, post installation, and crop maintenance.
• Perform general farm maintenance and other duties as directed.
• Be available for some evening and weekend shifts when required.

Essential Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge of plant propagation, seeding, planting, and growing from cuttings.
• Demonstrated ability to operate farm equipment, including tractors, trimmers, sprayers.
• Physically capable of performing demanding farm work in hot and humid tropical conditions at an acceptable pace.
• Ability to learn and work across multiple crops, including tropical fruits, vegetables and trees.
• Demonstrated knowledge of irrigation system operation and maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate spraying equipment for weed and pest management.
• Knowledge of crop harvesting, grading, packing, and quality control procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake various farm duties and adapt to seasonal requirements.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant farming experience.

Accommodation:

Accommodation is available on site for a fee, with private room and shared kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry facilities.

Rental properties may also be available within the surrounding district.

Salary: AUD $67,600 per annum + superannuation

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume outlining their relevant farming experience, skills, and qualifications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.