Need work you can pick up when it suits you? Casual jobs in farming and agriculture are a great way to stay active, earn solid hourly rates, and support local producers — without committing to a set schedule. Across Gippsland, farms, nurseries, and agricultural businesses often need short-term or seasonal help, especially during harvest, calving, or peak growing times.
If you're dependable, hands-on, and don’t mind getting your boots dirty, there are plenty of casual farming and agriculture jobs in Gippsland ready when you are.
Why Choose Casual Work in Farming or Agriculture?
Casual roles are ideal if you:
- Want flexible hours or seasonal work
- Are in between jobs or contracts
- Prefer short-term or on-call shifts
- Enjoy outdoor physical work but can’t commit long-term
- Want to try out farm work before going permanent
Many of these roles pay well, especially during busy periods — and no formal qualifications are usually needed.
Popular Casual Farming and Agriculture Roles in Gippsland
Employers regularly advertise casual positions for:
- Calving and milking support on dairy farms
- Harvest, picking, and packing work
- Yard work and livestock handling during busy periods
- Nursery and horticulture labour
- Fencing, spraying, and irrigation setup
- Seasonal tractor, quad, or forklift operation
- Feed distribution and general farm maintenance
- Produce handling, sorting, and delivery
Whether you’re looking for weekend farm shifts, a few harvest days, or casual nursery work, there’s something to suit in every part of the region.
Who’s Hiring Casual Farm and Agriculture Staff in Gippsland?
Casual roles are commonly available with:
- Dairy farms needing calving or milking cover
- Cropping operations and fruit growers during harvest
- Nurseries, vineyards, and plant wholesalers
- Livestock yards and animal transporters
- Agricultural labour hire companies
- Farm supply and equipment businesses
- Councils and government projects involving land care or rural assets
These employers often need people who are practical, punctual, and able to work in a team.
Explore Casual Farming and Agriculture Jobs by Town
You’ll find casual farming and agriculture jobs across Gippsland, including in:
- Leongatha
- Bairnsdale
- Maffra
- Sale
- Warragul
- Wonthaggi
- Yarram
These towns and their surrounding districts are major hubs for dairy, beef, horticulture, and ag-related logistics — all of which rely on casual workers to meet seasonal and short-term needs.
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