The process is very simple;
1.) Go to the FarmWork registration page
2.) Read our employment terms and conditions
3.) Register your details on the webform
4.) Receive your Worker ID number from us and keep it noted somewhere
6.) Please wait patiently and our labour Support Officer will be in contact to arrange an interview date.
7.) That's all! As long as you have the right to work in Australia you will be invited to come in for an interview.
You will need to also fill out a tax file number declaration form (provided by us at work) and login to the FarmWork Worker Portal and enter your bank account and superannuation details before your first pay is due so that we can pay you.
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT YOUR BANK DETAILS ARE CORRECT. WE TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR WAGES TRANSFERRED IF YOU GIVE US INCORRECT BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS.
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| Welcome to Farmwork WA | ||
| FarmWork WA Pty Ltd manages the seasonal workforce for the Ti Strawberries Group of strawberry farms and packing houses in Western Australia, all located within 45 minutes of the Perth CBD. We are a legitimate Australian-owned farming business, we issue full legal pay slips and our work is eligible for the 2nd year Visa extension. | ||
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We offer hourly and piecework in accordance with the Australian Horticultural Award 2020 and retention of your position will be based on your performance. Working on a farm is physically hard work. If you are a fast or experienced worker who is interested in working on a West Australian strawberry farm, We welcome you! If you are a slow worker or have little enthusiasm towards farm work or working on a packing line, or if you are hoping for an easy job to sign-off your regional work requirement, this job will not suit you so please do not apply. If you are unsure if this job is for you, you are welcome to apply and attend an interview and trial the work. We provide training to try to help you achieve the expected work rates. If you accept the job and at any time you decide that you cannot achieve the required work rates, you may leave without forfeiting any entitlements but we request as a common courtesy, that you advise your supervisor before you leave. If you have any questions, see the FAQ below or contact us on 0457 878 515, or click on the "Contact Us" button above to email us. |
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We are required by Australian law to ensure that every worker has been checked to ensure that they have the right to work in Australia.
Your passport details are used to verify your work rights using the Department of Imigration VEVO visa checking system.
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Planting: Pruning and Planting work is available throughout the months of March and April.
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The pay is hourly and is paid in accordance with the Australian Horticultural Award 2020. The rates quoted are gross pay and taxation will be deducted from payments as determined by Australian law. Superannuation will be paid in addition to the gross pay rate quoted. WHV may be able to claim taxation and superannuation money back when they leave Australia. | ||
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Yes, the work is eligible for the Working Holiday Visa (both visa subclass 417 and 462) extension. | ||
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The job is at 263 Old West Road, Bullsbrook, WA 6084 | ||
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The closest convenient public transport is Currambine train station (Joondalup line) which is a 15 minutes drive from the farm. | ||
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You may only supply workers to us as a contractor if you have an A.B.N. and the right to work in Australia. Your company must first be registered with us as a contractor by providing us with your Company Name, A.B.N, a valid Workers Compensation Certificate of Currency and by signing our Terms and Conditions for Labour Contractors. Once you are registered with us as a contractor, you can then register each worker using our online worker registration system. | ||
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No, training will be provided. Our only requirement is a positive attitude toward the job and a willingness to learn and work hard. | ||
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Working hours can vary depending on the fruit load. Picking generally starts 6am-7:30am (depending on the season) until the picking is completed (or until sunset). Depending on the season, packing can run from 7am up until 8pm. We work from 4 to 6 days per week depending on the available work, although we prefer if you can be available to work a minimum of 5 days a week, this could include weekends. | ||
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Please bring waterproof clothing that you do not mind getting dirty (you will sometimes be working under sprinklers), lunch, gloves, enclosed footwear and sun protection. If you have your Tax File Number (TFN) please also make sure you have this on the day. | ||
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Yes, we employ over 250 people so as long as they are good workers, the more the merrier! | ||
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No, our managers are experts in broken english! |