Fruit Picker Jobs 2025 in South Australia and Western Victoria
We are hiring 1,500 people for fruit picker jobs. This is a seasonal job where you will help with picking, sorting, and storing fruit from farms across South Australia and western Victoria. Check about UAE Visa Ban Countries 2026.
These jobs are perfect for:
- Students looking for summer work during their study break.
- People who want to earn money while exploring southern Australia.
- Anyone who wants to gain farm work experience.
Work Duration
- Jobs usually start in October 2025 and continue until January 2026.
- Exact dates depend on the farm location and fruit season.
- Some workers may get a chance to stay longer into 2026.
Benefits of Fruit Picking Jobs
When you work with us, you will get:
- Full training for your fruit picking role.
- A supportive team environment with supervisors to guide you.
- Free safety gear like gloves, hats, and protective clothing.
- Fair pay under the Enterprise Agreement.
Extra benefits may include:
- The chance to travel between farms across southern Australia.
- Opportunities for ongoing farm jobs after the season.
- Helping with your application for a second-year Working Holiday visa (subclass 417).
Types of Fruit Picking Roles
Depending on the farm, your job may include:
- Fruit Picking – picking fruits directly from trees, plants, or vines.
- Sorting and Packing – checking fruit quality and packing into boxes.
- Weighing and Recording – weighing fruit before storage or shipping.
- Quality Checking – making sure fruit meets standards.
- Team Supervisor Roles – guiding groups of fruit pickers.
Job Locations
Fruit picking work is available in different regions, such as:
- Western Region – Eyre Peninsula farms.
- Central Region – mid and lower north areas, Yorke Peninsula.
- Adelaide Region – fruit packing and export at Port Adelaide.
- Eastern Region – Murray Mallee, south east areas, and Dooen.
- Adelaide Laboratory – quality testing at Thebarton.
Refer a Friend Program
You can also refer a friend:
- Write their name in your application.
- If both of you are hired, you can win one of 16 vouchers worth $150 each.
- Vouchers can be spent in local towns where you work.
Application Timeline
- Most jobs begin in October 2025.
- If selected, you may be contacted closer to the start date.
- Applications may close earlier if all spots are filled.
How to Apply
- Click the “Apply” button at the bottom of the job page.
- Fill in the online form with your details.
- Use one email per applicant (two people cannot apply from the same email).
After applying, you will:
- Get a newsletter with updates, job news, and worker stories.
- Be contacted if your application is successful.
For more details, you can:
- Call 1800 018 205
- Email harvestrecruitment@viterra.com
- Visit our official website
Important Notes
- We are an equal opportunity employer. Everyone has a fair chance.
- We keep a safe workplace with zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol.
- You may need to do a medical check (paid by the company) before starting.
