Cherry harvest season is one of the busiest times at Nashdale Orchards, and we employ a large team of seasonal orchard workers and fruit pickers each summer. Many of our workers are backpackers and travellers looking for seasonal farm work near Orange.
Harvest work takes place during December and can be physically demanding, with summer temperatures often exceeding 30°C. Workers should come prepared with:
- Light, long-sleeved clothing
- A wide-brim hat
- Sunscreen
- Plenty of drinking water
To help avoid the hottest part of the day, our workdays begin early in the morning. We also provide access to onsite amenities and washing facilities so workers can freshen up after a hard day’s work.
Camping may be available for seasonal fruit pickers upon request, subject to availability and suitability.
We recommend travelling in a van or vehicle that can also be used for accommodation. Workers have access to onsite kitchen facilities for storing and preparing food.
Our orchard and campsite are conveniently located just 5 minutes from Orange CBD, making it easy to access shops, supermarkets, and local services during the cherry season.
Join our team for the upcoming harvest season and enjoy the opportunity to complete eligible regional farm work for your 88 days visa requirements. All positions are paid weekly with payslips provided.
We are currently seeking experienced and reliable cooks to prepare meals for harvest workers during the busy picking season.
- Plan and prepare early morning breakfasts for large groups
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment
- Assist with general orchard, staff, and cleaning duties as required
- Ability to cook efficiently for large groups
- Comfortable with early morning starts
- Reliable, organised, and hardworking
- Previous cooking or catering experience preferred
- Weekly pay with payslips provided
- Eligible regional work counting towards 88 days
- Friendly team environment
- Opportunity for additional farm duties and hours
If you enjoy cooking and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for motivated orchard hands with previous orchard experience to join our team for the season.
- Previous orchard experience is essential
- Ability to work early mornings
- Hardworking, reliable, and physically fit
- Valid driver’s licence and own transport required
Please let us know if you have experience with:
- Tractor operation
- Forklift driving
- Staff supervision
- Record keeping
- Payroll administration
- Weekly pay with payslips provided
- Eligible 88 days regional work
- Camping available (limited spaces — enquire for details)
We are seeking reliable harvest workers to join our cherry picking crew during peak season.
- Cherry picking experience preferred
- Training provided
- Willingness to start early mornings
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Own transport required
- Weekly pay with payslips provided
- Eligible work counting towards 88 days
- Camping available (limited spaces — enquire for details)
- Supportive team environment
If you are interested in any of our regional farm work opportunities, please complete the contact form below and include:
- Your personal details
- A short summary of your previous work experience
- Any relevant licences, machinery, or farming skills
Our team will review your application and get back to you as soon as possible.
