Somercotes Cherries · Ross, Tasmania
Join Our Packshed Team
Join our team for the Tasmanian cherry harvest and help us deliver premium fruit to customers around the world.
Find Your Role
We are looking for reliable, safety-focused and motivated people to support our seasonal packshed operations.
01
Packshed Operations
Forklift Driver
Safely and efficiently move fruit bins, pallets and packed products throughout the packshed.
- Valid forklift licence required
- Previous forklift experience preferred
- Strong safety awareness
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Key responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts in packshed and loading areas.
- Move fruit bins, pallets and packed products.
- Assist with loading, unloading and dispatch.
- Complete equipment and safety checks.
Requirements
- Valid Australian forklift licence.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Availability during the cherry harvest season.
02
Cold Storage
Coolroom Operator
Manage fruit movement, storage and stock rotation within our temperature-controlled facilities.
- Coolroom or warehouse experience preferred
- Accurate inventory and temperature records
- Comfortable working in a cold environment
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Key responsibilities
- Receive and store fruit and packed products.
- Maintain correct stock rotation and temperature records.
- Prepare pallets and products for dispatch.
- Keep coolroom areas clean and organised.
Requirements
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A forklift licence is an advantage.
03
Production Line
Fruit Tipping Operator
Safely load fruit onto the packing line and support the efficient flow of packshed production.
- Walkie stacker experience required
- Physically fit and safety focused
- Previous packshed experience preferred
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Key responsibilities
- Move fruit bins to the production line.
- Safely load and tip fruit into the packing system.
- Operate an electric walkie stacker or walk-behind forklift.
- Monitor fruit flow and report production issues.
Requirements
- Experience using an electric walkie stacker.
- Capable of manual handling and repetitive work.
- Ability to work efficiently as part of a team.
04
Quality Assurance
Quality Control Officer
Monitor fruit and packing quality to ensure customer, production and export standards are achieved.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Fresh-produce experience preferred
- Accurate reporting and communication
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Key responsibilities
- Inspect fruit size, colour, firmness and overall quality.
- Monitor grading, packing and presentation standards.
- Check finished products against customer specifications.
- Record, report and communicate quality issues.
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Understanding of food safety and hygiene is preferred.