Beekeeper / Trainee / Truck Driver

About the role

This is a position in the beekeeping industry that allows you to work outdoors. This can be a physically demanding role and candidates must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job. The role also requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a team and solo and recognition of safety in the workplace.

Key responsibilities

• Regularly inspect hives for health and cleanliness
• Extract honey from hives, which involves removing honeycomb frames, processing honey
• Move hives to new locations around Tasmania
• Undertake work in the production facility to package honey products
• Assist with the maintenance of beekeeping equipment

About you

• Beekeeping experience is an advantage but a training pathway to the obtainment of a recognised qualification is provided
• A truck license is an advantage
• A current Medium Rigid Truck or Heavy Rigid License with experience is an advantage but not essential and additional remuneration for this skill will be afforded to successful applicants.

About us

Australian Honey Products is the longest-established commercial apiary in Tasmania. We are a privately owned and operated company and produce honey products and honey based liquor beverages. We also provide crop pollination services for a range of agricultural partners.