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Are there piece rates?
Some harvesting roles use piece rates (paid per bin, bucket or kilogram). Under the Horticulture Award, a piece rate must be set so that a competent worker working at the average productivity of a competent worker would earn at least 15% above the applicable hourly rate for their classification. There is also a daily minimum […]
March 24, 2026 • Hari Yellina
Read More →How often am I paid?
Most placements are paid weekly, with wages deposited directly into your nominated bank account. You will receive a payslip detailing your hours, rates, and deductions each pay cycle. More help for workers Browse the worker questions and answers, check current work opportunities, or contact Orchard Tech about your situation.
March 24, 2026 • Hari Yellina
Read More →Is overtime paid?
Yes, when the applicable award requires it. For casual horticulture work, overtime is not paid just because a shift goes past a generic ordinary day, and weekend work is not automatically a penalty rate. Under the Horticulture Award, ordinary hours for a casual can fall on any day of the week between 5:00am and 8:30pm. […]
March 24, 2026 • Hari Yellina
Read More →How much will I earn?
All positions are paid at award rates or above, in accordance with the relevant industry award (such as the Horticulture Award or Pastoral Award). Casual employees receive a 25% casual loading on top of the base rate. Exact rates depend on the role and industry. More help for workers Browse the worker questions and answers, […]
March 24, 2026 • Hari Yellina
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