Citrus Picker - Carwarp, VIC

Job type Casual
Location Red Cliffs VIC
Salary $33.05 per hour + ALA Horticulture Agreement 2016 - Level 2
Start date Jul 2026

The benefits

  • Start: Jul 2026
  • $33.05 per hour + ALA Horticulture Agreement 2016 - Level 2
  • Duration: 9 Months
  • 30mins from Mildura
  • Supportive working environment
  • Casual Employment

Job description

Our client is an industry leading agribusiness with sophisticated Citrus operations located in Carwarp, VIC. They are currently looking to fill 100 Citrus Picker positions across their farming site, with work commencing from July 2026 onwards.

You will be required to work in an orchard environment, picking citrus into bags that weigh up to 15kgs. The work is outside and will be cold in the morning, and there may be hot and dusty days.

You will be paid under Agri Labour Australia Horticulture Agreement 2016 - Level 2, at a minimum hourly rate of $33.05 per hour, with at least 120 hours of work, every 4 weeks of your placement. This will be aligned with the Fair Work Commission's annual reviews, including any increases to the National Minimum Wage and minimum award rates of pay. You will be offered up to 9 months of work and potential to upskill into leadership roles.

Key duties include:

Safe and efficient picking of citrus - this will involve climbing ladders, and carrying picking bags of 15+ kgs.

Characteristics and Aptitudes:

To be considered for the roles, it's important you meet the following criteria:

  • Comfortable working in an outdoor environment
  • Good communication skills and able to follow instructions
  • No asthma or dust allergies
  • Live locally or be happy to relocate to Carwarp
  • Physically fit and comfortable in carrying out labour intensive duties
  • Comfortable working in various weather conditions
  • Able to follow directions and work unsupervised whilst showing high levels of initiative
  • A team player and happy working with a multicultural team

Choose Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusiness, large primary producers, rural operators and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our client's businesses and our candidate's careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice and support.

If you believe you're a great fit for the role, click 'Apply Now'.

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