Job Description

About Flavorite

At Flavorite, we’re proud to be Australia’s largest glasshouse producer of fresh, premium fruits and vegetables. We grow, market, and distribute high-quality produce across Australia. Our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence in plant cultivation sets us apart — but it’s our people who are at the heart of everything we do.

With over 1,200 team members across multiple sites, we offer a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people are treated with respect and care. Whether you're after steady work, growing a career, to sign off for your next visa, a reliable income, or a team you can count on, Flavorite is a place where you’ll be valued and looked after.

What you will be doing and delivering

Due to seasonal work, Flavorite Mansfield is regularly seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as casual employees. These casual roles involve joining our team as a Team Member in one of the departments listed below working in our Capsicum crops. Successful applicants will be provided with extensive training to understand the quality and performance standards required.

Production

As a team member in Production, your tasks may include:

• Picking: Harvesting produce in line with colour and quality standards
• General additional tasks: May include cleaning, plant and equipment operation, and more

Crop Care

As a team member in Crop Care, your tasks may include:

• Lateral Pruning: Removing side shoots (lateral growth) from the main plant stem to support healthy development.
• Metal Clipping: Attaching the plant to support strings using a clipping tool to help it grow upright.
• Truss Pruning: Pruning each truss to a specific number of fruits or for uniformity, ensuring better fruit size and quality.
• Layering: Gently lowering plants along their support lines to maintain even crop height and ensure fruit remains within reach for pickers.
• Pollination: Using a leaf blower to move pollen within the flowers and assist in natural pollination.
• De-leafing: Removing selected leaves based on instructions to expose the picking truss and improve airflow around the plant.
• Crop Changeover: Assisting with the annual crop transition, including removal of old plants, thorough cleaning of the glasshouse, and replanting.
• Other Duties: May include setting up arch supports, identifying pests or diseases, and reporting any issues.

To see a demonstration of some of some of these duties, visit our You Tube site: https://www.youtube.com/@FlavoriteHydroponics/videos

What you will bring to the role:

We’re looking for individuals who are reliable, motivated, and capable of performing repetitive tasks with a high level of attention to detail. Successful candidates will be physically fit, able to follow instructions accurately, and work well as part of a team. A functional level of verbal and written English is also required to ensure safe and effective communication in the workplace.

Why join Flavorite? 

At Flavorite, we’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse team that reflects the communities that enjoy our fresh and delicious produce. We want people to feel they belong and can bring their whole selves to work. We provide a collaborative environment for our people with a keen focus on innovation, growth and continuous improvement. 

 Our Perks & Benefits

Retail Perks: Save on hundreds of everyday items, including groceries, fuel, movie tickets, homewares, electronics and more through exclusive discounts.

Wellness Discounts: Access a variety of offers to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being, plus helpful resources on topics like budgeting, saving for your first home, and improving sleep.

Lifestyle Benefits: Enjoy savings on health insurance, gym memberships, superannuation, and home loans, with easy access to our wellness resources and discounts.

Fresh Produce Giveaways: Regular team giveaways of fresh produce at our farm sites

Recognition & Rewards: We celebrate service anniversaries, special milestones, and team achievements with recognition and rewards.

Community Involvement: Get involved in our volunteering initiatives and give back to our community. [Management level only]

Productivity bonus: Our productivity bonus program is designed to incentivise and reward team members with a monetary monthly bonus when meeting selected criteria of performance and conduct in certain roles. [Entry-level EOI only]

We’re growing. That means you can too. 

We’re expanding beyond 100 hectares in the next five years and we’re growing careers just as fast. Whether you're upskilling, stepping up, or chasing new goals, we’re here to grow with you.

We’re Serious About Sustainability. 

With over 30 years of growing experience, we set ourselves apart by our flavour and sustainability through our greenhouse-grown produce and our investment in cutting-edge technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Flavorite is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. 

Please note:

Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the right to work in Australia. We kindly request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this vacancy.

IMPORTANT UPLOAD OF DOCUMENT INFORMATION

Please ensure you include a copy of your resume, passport and visa grant notice when applying for this role. Please ensure these documents are uploaded under the 'Certification & License' attachment section.

Please note:

• Please submit one application only per role. Multiple applications will not speed up the recruitment process.
• This is an Expression of Interest, we will only respond to successful applicants.

Working Holiday Visa Holders (417 & 462):

Employment at Flavorite is exempt from the 6-month work limitation, as the work is classified under plant and animal cultivation. This means you are eligible to work with us for the full duration of your visa. For more information, please refer to the Department of Home Affairs website. Link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/work-holiday-462/6-month-work-limitation