Castleton Farm is looking for reliable, hardworking and detail-focused people to join our busy soft fruit packhouse team.
The main role will involve working on the scales, weighing soft fruit packs to make sure they meet the correct weight and quality standards. You may also be asked to support other packhouse duties when required, including packing, checking fruit quality, labelling, loading lines, crate packing, or helping production teams.
This role may involve working day shifts, back shifts, or night shifts, depending on business requirements. Weekend availability is essential, as weekend working is a normal part of the seasonal operation.
Applicants must be aged 18 or over due to the nature of the role, working hours and overtime requirements. Applicants must also have the right to work in the UK, have their own accommodation, and be able to reliably commute to Castleton Farm. Please note that accommodation is not provided for this role.
This is a seasonal position, with an expected start date in approximately two weeks. The role is expected to last for around 8 weeks, with the possibility of an extension depending on seasonal requirements and business needs.
Starting pay: You will be paid a minimum hourly rate of £12.71 per hour, with overtime payable at £19.07 per hour after 8 hours worked on any day or after 48 hours worked in the week.
Location: Castleton Farm, Fordoun, Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire, AB30 1JX
Contract: Seasonal – expected to start in approximately two weeks and last around 8 weeks, with the potential for extension depending on the season.
Skills needed
Previous experience in a packhouse, food production, quality control, or fresh produce environment would be beneficial, but full training will be provided. There may be opportunities for the right candidates to progress into more responsible roles, such as Quality Controller, Line Operator, Team Leader, or Supervisor.
Applicants must be flexible and willing to work day shifts, back shifts, or night shifts, including weekends, in line with business requirements.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Laurencekirk AB30 1JX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Laurencekirk AB30 1JX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
