Vegetable Farm Worker

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Galati Nominees Pty Ltd is looking for a Vegetable Farm Worker to join our teams based in the Myalup/Bunbury area, WA.

About us

Galati Group is an Australian family-owned group that operates across multiple businesses and farms across the state of Western Australia - which includes the well-established and iconic brand Spudshed. Galati Group prides itself on the ability to provide farm to shop fresh produce!

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Vegetable Farm Worker to carry out a range of duties associated with the planting, care and harvesting of vegetable crops. The role supports daily farm operations, including soil preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilising, crop maintenance and harvesting to support healthy crop growth and quality production.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Regularly inspect vegetable crops and report on their condition, growth and any signs of pests or disease.
• Plant seeds, seedlings, roots, bulbs and tubers using hand tools and farm machinery.
• Prepare, cultivate and fertilise soil and carry out crop maintenance, including thinning, weeding and hoeing.
• Apply pesticides and other approved treatments to control weeds, pests and crop diseases, following safe handling procedures.
• Operate and monitor water supply and irrigation systems to support crop growth.
• Install and maintain crop supports and protective structures, including trellises, greenhouses, netting and fences.
• Select and harvest vegetables according to quality and maturity requirements, removing damaged or unsuitable produce.
• Grade, sort, bunch and pack vegetables and load produce for transport.
• Clean and maintain farm sheds, fences, equipment and irrigation infrastructure.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery used for cultivation, fertilising, spraying and harvesting.
• Use farm technology and data collection systems to record crop and operational information.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Previous experience in vegetable farming or a similar agricultural role.
• Knowledge of planting, crop maintenance, irrigation and harvesting practices.
• Ability to safely operate farm machinery, equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to carry out physical duties outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Commitment to workplace safety and safe chemical handling procedures.
• Relevant agricultural qualifications are desirable.

Only successful applicants will be contacted and only applicants with the appropriate visa to work in Australia or permanent residents of Australia will be considered.

Salary: Dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,481.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person