The Seasonal Worker Programme has been expanded to include more
sectors of the agricultural and farming industries, in an effort
to address seasonal labour shortages. Seasonal workers can now also be
employed in a broader range of sectors including cattle, sheep, grain and
mixed enterprises, as well as fruit and grape harvesting.
The changes to the programme are expected to provide a
boost to labour forces for Australian farmers, and economic
benefits and skills development for workers from the Pacific Islands and
Timor-Leste.
Please be aware that recruitment for the Seasonal
Worker Programme is undertaken by the governments of these countries in
partnership with Australian authorities. They are not accessible for individual
or private applicants.
Employers not eligible to be included in the seasonal worker scheme, may also consider negotiating a labour agreement if multiple workers are required.
