Job description
Duties
Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations, Maintain work records and logs, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Perform general farm duties Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers, Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed, Supervise and oversee growing and other crop-related operations, Maintain work records and logs, Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, Perform general farm duties
Key Responsibilities
- Plant, cultivate, irrigate, and harvest crops according to farm operations
- Clean crops, work areas, tools, and farm equipment
- Load, unload, and move crates, supplies, and farm produce
- Operate basic farm machinery and equipment safely
- Assist with fertilizing, spraying, and general field maintenance
- Support daily agricultural activities in a physically active environment
Job Bank #48991099 Requirements
- Basic English communication skills
- Education requirement: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
- Experience requirement: 2 years to less than 3 years
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for long periods
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime when required
- Strong work ethic, reliability, teamwork, and ability to work outdoors or in farm production environments
Work Environment
- On-site work only; remote work is not available
- Outdoor and physically demanding agricultural environment
- Exposure to dust, weather changes, heat, cold, and repetitive tasks
- Fast-paced setting with seasonal workload changes
- Work may take place in crop fields, orchards, or harvesting areas
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage with stable full-time opportunities
- Overtime pay may be available depending on the season and workload
- Health and financial benefits may be offered according to employer policy
- On-the-job training for entry-level farm positions
- Long-term employment opportunities for reliable workers
- Accommodation or transportation support may be available in some positions
Who can apply
- a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit, Job Bank Support, About us, Our network, Terms of use - Job seekers, Terms of use - Employers
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