CAREERS ON THE ADELAIDE PLAINS

We celebrate the dynamic and diverse food sector as a fulfilling career path that offers expansive opportunities for growth both in Australia and internationally. This sector not only plays a crucial role in feeding millions of families but also thrives on innovation, requiring a broad range of skills beyond the traditional tasks of picking and packing.

A CAREER FOR LIFE… WE ALL NEED FOOD TO SURVIVE!  

EMPLOYMENT & ECONOMIC IMPACT

The agribusiness, fibre, food and environment care industries directly employ 544,000 people, accounting for around 4.3% of total employment nationally (as of 2021) and engage more than 1.6 million jobs across the agricultural supply chain (11% of total employment).

There are around 247,000 individual industry businesses, which operate and trade in all states and territories, and comprise a variety of small, medium and large enterprises. Collectively, these operators form a sophisticated value chain with a total revenue of almost $215 billion across Australia.

Just the Horticulture Industry is an important sector for South Australia, worth over $960 million at the farmgate, and over $3 billion in gross food revenue. The sector consists of an estimated 3,500 small to medium-sized businesses, employing 13,500 permanent staff and an additional 24,000 seasonal staff.   

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

We are committed to fostering a skilled workforce tailored to the evolving needs of the food sector. Our strategies include:

Collaborating with local farms to identify specific job skills needed.

Supporting leadership development within the workforce.

Addressing skills gaps and preparing for future labor needs.

Reducing employment barriers and expanding access to job opportunities.

EDUCATION & TRAINING PARTNERSHIPS

We also collaborate with all education institutions, from Universities, TAFESA, Private Training Organisations and Local Schools to link participants/students with hands-on, on-farm or in-school experiences which explore this diverse Food Industry.

  • 1.        Fruit or Nut, Grape & Vegetable Grower

    2.        Grain, Oilseed or Pasture Grower/ Field Crop Grower

    3.        Beef Cattle/Pig/Sheep/Poultry Farmer

    4.        Agricultural Consultant/Scientist

    5.        Biosecurity Officer

    6.        Shearer

    7.        Nurseryperson

    8.        Meat and Poultry Process Worker

    9.        Fruit and Vegetable/Meat Packers

    10.  Vegetable/Fruit/Nut/Mushroom Picker

    11.  Bulk Materials Handling Plant Operator

    12.  Automotive, Fabrication and Engineering Trades Workers

    13.  Other Miscellaneous Technicians and Trades Workers (Electricians /Plumbers/ Construction/Refrigeration Mechanic/Irrigation Technicians)

    14.  Forklift operator /Truck driver

    15.  Refrigeration Mechanic

    16.  Suppliers or also known as Service Providers (Hardware/Chemicals/Fertilizers/Seeds/Soils/Integrated Pest Management Services/Ag-Tech Companies)  

For more information about the food sector and websites to consider when planning your employment and education pathway, follow the link below:

The videos below challenge outdated perceptions of the Food as monotonous, dirty work, revealing instead a field that is progressive, sustainable, and full of opportunities.

CAREERS ON THE NORTHERN ADELAIDE PLAINS

If you're inspired by what you see and want to learn more or submit your resume, please send it through to contact@northernadelaideplains.com.au

We're eager to connect with passionate individuals ready to make a difference in our community.

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