Picker / Packer
Company
Drakes Supermarkets
Location
Rocklea, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Internship
Posted
460 days ago
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Job Description
It's Fresh QLDAbout The RoleMust be available to work from 1am25-30 hours per week availableFT, PPT and casual positions availableAbout The BusinessDrakes 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 Brisbane Produce Markets, allows the company to take total control of the supply of quality fruit and veg to our stores and other independent retailers.Working as a part of an energetic team, in a fast paced environment, duties will include:Maintaining WHS practicesPicking/Packing fruit and veg produce boxesLifting and moving boxesLoading produce onto trucks with forkliftsIf this sounds like you, click Apply now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum hourly rate for entry-level packing jobs in Australian warehouses in 2026?
Under the Storage Services Award 2026, the minimum hourly rate for Level 1 packing workers is AU$26.82 as of 1 July 2026 for full-time employees working 38 hours per week. Casual packing workers receive a 25% loading, making the minimum AU$33.53 per hour. Overtime rates start at 150% after 38 hours.
Can I work packing jobs on a Student Visa (subclass 500) in Australia in 2026?
Student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during course periods and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks in 2026. Packing jobs in warehouses qualify as permitted work without additional permits. Visa conditions require maintaining full-time enrolment.
What experience or qualifications are required for packing jobs with no prior work history in Australia?
Entry-level packing jobs require no formal qualifications or prior experience, with Year 10 completion sufficient for most warehouse roles in 2026. Employers provide on-the-job training for forklift operation after hiring. Physical fitness for lifting up to 20kg is typically assessed during interviews.
What documents do I need to apply and start a packing job in Australia?
You need a Tax File Number (TFN), resume, and proof of right to work such as passport or visa grant notice to apply for packing jobs in 2026. Employers must complete a right to work check using original documents before employment starts. Bank details for payroll are required on day one.
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