Seasonal Forklift Operator 2024/2025

About usSuncrest Orchard is a family-owned and operated orchard with 3 generations working hands-on in the business. We grow over 30 varieties of cherries and are Global GAP, SQF (HACCP) and GRASP accredited. This means we are a safe, sustainable company, practicing good agricultural practices and we comply with national employment legislation.About the roleAs a forklift operator, you will be working in and around the packhouse unloading and loading fruit trailers, pre-cooling fruit, completing bin cards, ensuring bins are correctly placed in the cool store, feeding fruit to the packing line, and ensuring product security is not compromised. There will also be unloading delivery trucks and loading dispatch trucks. Our forklift operators do not sit on a forklift all day; when you are not operating a forklift, you are required to undertake other general packhouse duties.The role requires you to be able to work flexible hours, particularly in the high season from December to February. We offer a guaranteed minimum of 32 hours per week. Fixed term agreements. A range of accommodation on the orchard. Great team environment. We pay an End of Season Bonus. What do you need to join us It is important that you enjoy working as part of a team. You have a positive can-do attitude. You're self-motivated. Ability to work long hours. It goes without saying you're reliable and punctual and will always get the job done. Key Requirements Current OSH Forklift license with 'F' endorsement. Workplace experience operating a forklift. If you like the sound of this role and would like to join a great team for the upcoming cherry summer season, then click "Apply now".
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