ORCHARD WORKER

Tasks

• Weeding
• Clean work area
• Harvest crops
• Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Budding trees

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

• Apples
• Cherries
• Orchard fruit

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Large workload
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Values and ethics
• Quick learner