Casual Picker / Packer
Company
Drakes Supermarkets
Location
Mawson Lakes, South Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1054 days ago
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Job Description
South Australia - It's Fresh Produce SAAustralia's leading independent retailerMust be available to work from 2amOwn reliable transport and Forklift license is preferredDrakes Supermarkets is a retail industry success story. A family owned and operated private company, we are Australia's largest independently-owned supermarket chain. Due to our unprecedented growth, we have expanded our business beyond supermarket retailing and now also ventured into fruit and veg wholesaling.It's Fresh Produce, Drakes fruit and veg wholesaler based at the Adelaide Produce Markets in Pooraka, allows the company to take total control of the supply of quality fruit and veg to our stores.Working as a part of an energetic team, in a fast paced environment, duties will include:Maintaining WHS practicesPicking/Packing fruit and veg produce boxes (experience in similar environment preferred)Lifting and moving boxesLoading produce onto trucks with forkliftsIf this sounds like you, Apply Now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the exact hourly minimum wage for packing jobs under the Storage and Wholesale Award in Australia from 1 July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the national minimum wage at AU$26.15 per hour for packing roles from 1 July 2026, with Level 1 casual packers receiving AU$32.69 per hour including 25% loading. Overtime applies at 1.5 times the rate after 38 ordinary hours per week. Penalty rates of 150% apply for Saturday shifts and 200% for Sunday shifts.
Which visa allows international workers to take packing jobs in Australian warehouses or farms in 2026?
The Department of Home Affairs requires a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme visa for packing roles in 2026, with applicants needing a job offer from an approved employer. Working Holiday visa holders (subclass 417 or 462) can work up to 6 months in packing without sponsorship. Applications must be lodged online with proof of English proficiency at IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
Do packing jobs in Australia require any formal education or prior experience in 2026?
Fair Work Ombudsman guidelines state no formal education is required for entry-level packing positions, but employers typically demand 3 months of warehouse or production experience for roles paying above AU$26.15 per hour. A current forklift licence is mandatory for operating equipment, obtained via a 1-day course costing AU$250.
What documents are needed to apply for packing jobs through official Australian channels in 2026?
Applications require a valid passport, tax file number from the ATO, and a current police check issued within the last 3 months, submitted via the Fair Work Ombudsman job portal or approved employer sites. Seasonal horticulture packing roles also need a current Working With Children Check in states like Victoria.
