Harvest Operators

At Tassal Group, we are dedicated to "Sustainably Feeding Tomorrow."

With over 35 years of aquaculture experience, we focus on providing healthy, sustainable, and nutritious food, including salmon, prawn, and barramundi. We are committed to producing accessible food, supporting communities, and delivering strong economic results, all while prioritising sustainability to ensure a prosperous, healthy planet for future generations.

The role:
Join our team at the heart of Queensland's stunning Whitsunday region We're looking for skilled Truck Drivers, Tractor Drivers, and Backhoe Operators to play a vital role in the upcoming harvest at our state-of-the-art prawn farm in Proserpine.

As a Harvest Operator, you'll be essential to our success, operating a range of machinery to harvest our world-class product. Your expertise will directly ensure the integrity of our prawns and, most importantly, the safety of your fellow team members.

Please note: these are full-time contract positions offering an excellent Monday to Friday roster, with shifts rotating weekly between an early start (3:00 am - 11:30 am) and a later start (8:00 am - 4:30 pm, subject to change to suit harvest needs), concluding in April/May 2026.

You will also be required to work some weekends throughout the season, particularly in the lead-up to Christmas and Easter.

Responsibilities:

• Operating heavy machinery (including backhoe, excavator, and tractors) to efficiently harvest prawns.
• Completing all tasks in a safe and efficient manner, with strict adherence to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Delivering on a variety of farm needs including roadworks, groundskeeping, seaweed harvesting, and truck driving.
• Collaborating effectively with a great team to achieve daily operational goals.

Role requirements:

• Proven competence in operating heavy machinery in various conditions.
• For backhoe operators a valid ticket/licence is essential.
• For truck and tractor driver roles, a standard car (Class C) driver's licence is required.
• For tractor drivers: demonstrated experience and skill in towing long trailers in tight, confined areas.
• Some basic technology skills are required as job instructions are managed via an iPad.
• A reliable, can-do attitude and a strong commitment to workplace safety.
• The ability to work in all weather conditions, including rain.
• Availability to work some weekends throughout the season, particularly in the lead-up to Christmas and Easter.
• Aquaculture or agriculture experience is highly desirable.
• Valid driver's licence (HR licence is desirable).
• Legal right to work in Australia.

Role offerings:

• Full-time contract position until April/May 2026.
• Competitive hourly rate with an additional $360 per fortnight (pro-rata) prawn farming allowance
• Access to Maxxia Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Rewards programme
• Workplace health and wellbeing support for you and your family

Company culture:

Our people each contribute in different ways, embracing our business values and harnessing our can do – safely culture with purpose and intent.  Our shared values are an essential part of our business culture, they define us. They underpin and guide our commitment, attitude, how we work and the quality of our products. We are passionate, we achieve together, we own it and we can do it safely.

We encourage early applications as we review on a daily basis.

If you have any questions, please email Jeff