Beekeeper
Beekeeper
Job Type:
Casual
Location:
Other, TAS Other
Category:
Agribusiness & Farming
Sub Category:
Farmer / Farm Hand
Date Published:
27-May-2025
Job Reference
888867
Are you passionate about the world of bees and honey? We are seeking a dedicated Apiarist to join our team. As an apiarist, you will work closely with our client’s hives, ensuring the health and productivity of bee colonies. Responsibilities include maintenance of hives, feeding colonies and moving hive locations.
Bullet Points
At CoreStaff we pride ourselves on looking after our employees. We want to engage, reward and recognise you for doing a great job. Feel like part of the Crew, not just another candidate sent to an assignment and forgotten about.
About Our Client TPS is a trusted provider of commercial pollination solutions, overseeing between 5,000 and 6,000 beehives during the peak season. TPS supports a diverse range of clients across Tasmania, including those in the vegetable, horticultural, and broadacre sectors
About The Job TPS is looking for a passionate, hardworking Beekeeper to join our team in a casual role with the potential to progress into full-time. The ideal candidate will enjoy working outdoors, have a genuine interest in bees and pollination, and be committed to safety and teamwork. The position is in Southern Tasmania operating out of Richmond and Plenty.
Key Responsibilities
CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs. To become a part of the CoreStaff Crew today, please click the 'Apply Now' link to submit your application.
Bullet Points
- Immediate Start
- 38 hours per week
- Richmond and surrounding areas
- C Class licence or MR
- Forklift licence an advantage
- Be part of a great team!
At CoreStaff we pride ourselves on looking after our employees. We want to engage, reward and recognise you for doing a great job. Feel like part of the Crew, not just another candidate sent to an assignment and forgotten about.
About Our Client TPS is a trusted provider of commercial pollination solutions, overseeing between 5,000 and 6,000 beehives during the peak season. TPS supports a diverse range of clients across Tasmania, including those in the vegetable, horticultural, and broadacre sectors
About The Job TPS is looking for a passionate, hardworking Beekeeper to join our team in a casual role with the potential to progress into full-time. The ideal candidate will enjoy working outdoors, have a genuine interest in bees and pollination, and be committed to safety and teamwork. The position is in Southern Tasmania operating out of Richmond and Plenty.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the care, transport, and management of hives
- Pollinate a wide range of crops for seed and food production
- Splitting and Requeening hives to replace and grow hive numbers
- Work on-site at various client locations across Tasmania
- Conduct hive inspections and maintenance
- Undertake various cleaning and maintenance tasks during the off-season
- Assist with honey extraction
- Follow safety protocols and contribute to a positive team culture
- Genuine passion for bees and agriculture
- Must be comfortable working with large numbers of bees
- High level of attention to detail, record keeping and safety awareness
- Able to work flexible hours (early mornings, etc.)
- Willingness to learn – on-the-job training provided
- Capable of working both independently and as part of a team
- MR truck license and forklift license are an advantage, or willingness to obtain
- First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
- Competitive salary upward of $60000 based on experience for the Full-Time position
- Superannuation paid at the current legislated rate
- Supportive and hands-on work environment
- Casual start with pathway to full-time employment
- Immediate start available
CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs. To become a part of the CoreStaff Crew today, please click the 'Apply Now' link to submit your application.