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When will I be paid? We pay weekly. Does the work count towards my Visa Days? What can I expect? Follow the instructions on the SMS.

All regional work completed with Labour Solutions is valid for the second or third Working Holiday Visa. Even ½ days can count if your team only works for a few hours, as it is considered standard practice in this industry. Keep records/copies of all payslips which are emailed to you each week, and record your hours and days worked. To work in a team with lots of different people from Australia an

d all over the world, make new friends and life memories. To be trained and supported by your supervisor, learning new tasks and skills. Each evening between 4pm and 6pm you will be sent a SMS with your team number and start time. You will meet at the office in Margaret River to meet your team and go to site from there. Options to go directly to the vineyard can be arranged. Be prepared and bring lots of water and food for the whole day. Be sun safe - you need sun protection ALL year round. You will also need full wet weather gear during the winter months. We work in all weathers so being well prepared is the key. You will need wet weather gear during the pruning season. Do I need to buy tools? Yes. Ask our friendly office staff for details. Do you provide Accommodation? No, but there are hostels and caravan parks in the area and we can provide details for you. How long will the work last? Work is seasonal so will depend on the season you are working. Many of our workers continue through the growing seasons taking time out during our quiet periods. Our office staff will be able to give an indication of the available work at the time of your enquiry. How many days will I be working? During the peak seasons, work is generally 5 days a week Mon-FRI. Work is on a casual basis and we will get you working as much as possible but it may not be everyday during the quiet periods. Do I need a car? No, we have a voluntary ridesharing scheme! There is a $7 a day return fee paid to the driver to help them with fuel costs and those without cars to get to work

What if I have a car? Great, if you have spare seats in your car you will be paid $7 a day for each passenger you take to and from work. Just pick up a ridesharing form from our office and get each passenger to sign it each day and return to the office each Friday. What if I have a problem? Talk to your supervisors or our friendly office staff. We are here to support you. Can I work with my friends? If you are travelling with friends, we can arrange for you to be on the same teams. Just let us know who you are travelling with and we will do our best to keep you together.

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12/02/2025

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How much will I earn? You will be paid on piece rate (per vine / per linear metre / per bucket) on a casual basis. You will be informed of the rate each morning. Each block you work is quoted to ensure that you shall be able to make minimum wage or above based on Wine Industry Award. When will I be paid? Our pay week is Monday to Sunday. Your pay is processed the following Thursday and should be in your bank account no later than Friday morning. You will receive an electronic payslip Thursday. Does the work count towards my Second Year Visa? For every full day you work you will be given one day towards your second year visa. It is your responsibility to keep a count of how many Visa days you have worked What can I expect? Each evening between 3pm and 5pm you will be sent a SMS with your team number and start time. It’s a very early start as all the grapes need to be picked before getting too hot, expect 5.30am starts! Every morning you will meet your team at our Margaret River office, sign in and then leave for your vineyard with your supervisor. You will be working outside in all weather conditions, rain or shine. What will I need? Food and water as most vineyards are not near shops so you will not be able to buy lunch. In winter you will need full wet weather gear as you will be required to work in the rain (Hivis Jackets, Hivis Pants, Safety Gum boots or closed in shoes). In summer you will need full sun protection (hat, sunscreen, long sleeve shirt, long pants, closed in shoes or boots). Do I need to buy tools? You will need to hire tools from us as you will require a Vinepower vest and safety glasses and any tools that you will need to do the work (given to you on your first day). These are hired out to you via our tool deposit system, some items are partially refundable. Once your employment is over tools must be returned. Do you provide Accommodation? No, but there are many campsites, backpacker hostels and caravan parks in the area. It is illegal to camp in the bush in Margaret River, fines do apply. How long will the work last? Each season usually lasts for 3 months. Picking February - April. Pruning June - September. Canopy Management September - November. However these time frames are all weather dependent so can vary each year. How many days will I be working? In peak seasons you will be working 5 days per week (Monday - Friday). However, you are employed on a casual basis so some days you might not work. Saturdays (are optional during peak times). Do I need a car? No, we do car sharing! $7 a day return fee will be taken from your pay and given to the car driver. What if I have a car? Great, if you have spare seats in your car you will be paid extra $7 a day for each passenger you take to and from work. Just pick up a car sharing form from our office and get each passenger to sign it each day. Each Friday or the following Monday at latest you will drop in the form so we can process it. If we do not receive the form on Monday we will be unable to process the form! So make sure you get it in. What if I have a problem? Talk to our supervisors or one of the office staff (we are open 10am-4:30pm). Can I work with my friends? Yes. If you are travelling with a friend we try to keep you on the same teams. Just let us know who you are travelling with and we will do our best to keep you together.