Casual Farm Hand - Citrus
Costa is a global leading grower, packer, and marketer of premium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability across every part of our business.
Costa’s Trentham Farm is just a 10-minute drive from the regional town centre of Mildura, located across the Murray River in NSW. The farm comprises of 400 hectares of citrus varieties and is considered a world-class farming operation.
Why join Costa?
- Learning & Development: Ongoing opportunities for growth and career progression.
- Team Culture: Be part of a diverse, supportive, and innovative team.
- Recognition: Regular site activities, rewards, and recognition for outstanding performance.
- Impact: Play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality produce to customers across Australia.
What we are looking for:
We are currently looking for two casual Farm Hands who are living locally and ready to begin work ASAP. This role is a hands-on position suited to individuals who enjoy working outdoors.
While previous farming or irrigation experience is preferred, we encourage candidates with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude, a willingness to learn, and flexibility to work across a roster including weekends and night shifts during peak periods to apply. To be successful, you will be reliable, conscientious, and safety-focused, with a strong work ethic and the ability to follow instructions effectively.
What you’ll do:
- Operate and maintain farm machinery including tractors, sprayers, and equipment for weed control, slashing, mulching, fertilising, and citrus harvesting
- Perform basic servicing and maintenance of farm equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Mix, distribute, and accurately record fertiliser applications in line with farm requirements
- Monitor, maintain, and repair irrigation systems including drip lines, sprinklers, pumps, filters, and valves
- Carry out irrigation maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters, flushing lines, and unblocking sprinklers
- Support general farm operations and labouring activities as required.
What you’ll bring:
- Looking for a hands-on role where hard work is valued and contributes to meaningful outcomes on farm
- Experience operating tractors and forklift would be highly advantageous (otherwise be willing to attend paid training)
- Must have AusChem certificate or be willing to attend paid training
- Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision
- Own reliable transport and valid Driver’s License is essential
Ready to apply?
Applications are reviewed as they are received – don’t wait, apply today and grow your career with Costa!
