Pack Shed - Berry Dispatch Personnel - Corindi

Costa is Australia’s leading grower, packer and marketer of premium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. All the products we grow, and sell are fresh, nutritious, unprocessed, and grown on our very own farms or those of our partner growers. 

The Costa Berry Category has farms in Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia, and Tasmania employing people across a diverse range of fields. People are at the heart of Costa, and we offer some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry, from competitive pay to health and wellbeing, and learning and development opportunities. No matter the role, you’ll always benefit from a caring environment that encourages and supports you to thrive, grow and connect.

About the role:

We are currently recruiting casual dispatch team members for our Pack Shed located in Corindi Beach. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and accurate dispatch of our berry products. The role involves working on a 7 day roster, shifts will be based on the needs of the farm and vary. Flexibility is a must. Local candidates are encouraged to apply. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and fulfil berry orders for dispatch - please note this is not a berry packing role.
• Ensure all orders are accurately labelled and documented.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to schedule deliveries.
• Maintain a clean and organized dispatch area.
• Perform quality checks on products before dispatch.
• Assist with inventory management and stock control.

About you:

• Previous experience in a dispatch or warehouse role is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work on a 7-day week roster and shift work as required through season.
• Physical ability to lift and move boxes of berries.
• Forklift license not necessary but will be useful.
• Sound knowledge of computer and technology will be required.
• Experience with inventory management software.
• Familiarity with logistics and supply chain processes.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and handling procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues with dispatch equipment.

• All Costa Berries sites are classed as regional for Working Holiday 2nd and 3rd year visas.
• Costa harvest trail – ability to transfer and travel between sites as the season changes! 
• Full-Training provided for all tasks creating work flexibility and consistency 
• Paid in line with the Costa Berries Enterprise Agreement 
• Free Access to an Employee Assistant Program 
• Opportunities for Learning, Development, and progression 
• Make new friends, learn new skills, learn about new cultures. Costa is a diverse organisation - we have people from all walks of life
• Values based organisation – Costa has culture of CARE

• You will be paid an hourly rate in accordance with the role you will be undertaking.
• Your hourly rate will be determined by the Costa Berries Enterprise Agreement
• Weekly pay every Wednesday by Bank transfer
• Payslips are emailed at the same time to your nominated email address
• Superannuation is paid in line with legislation

Please note Costa does not provide transport or accommodation 

If you are interested in joining us for our upcoming season which starts in October 2024, please submit your application. There will be a merit-based recruitment process for all applications. 

To submit your application, you will need the following: 

• A copy of your passport or Australian birth certificate with photo ID. 

You will be required to attend an interview; the recruitment team will be in touch to organise a suitable date and time.