What is Seasonal Workers Program?

The Seasonal Workers Program (SWP) is a compliant initiative that the Australian government took for exceptional development in the agriculture industry. With the help of this program, employers of agro-business can get reliable and proficient laborers from Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. 

Specifically, this program comes in handy during peak seasons when the horticulture and agriculture industry is blooming. Moreover, it supports the employers for a full nine months in recruiting the workforce necessary for horticulture, accommodation, aquaculture, cotton, cane, and broader agriculture industries. 

Everest Harvesting and Seasonal Workers Program

The Australian government’s SWP initiative and Everest Harvesting Company’s exceptional recruitment abilities make an ultimate collaboration for your labor needs. We utilize this program to hire employees with unique skills and outstanding knowledge about horticulture and viticulture. 

We specifically select workers with skills perfect for your business growth. Our HR management and labor recruitment agilities have expanded over time, providing your business with skillfully trained laborers through our training and welfare programs. 

SWP Visa Guidelines

Workers who intend to enter Australia under this visa must keep in mind a few things since it’s a seasonal opportunity and only open to Pacific countries and Timor-Leste. 

• The visa is temporary, which means that workers will only be staying for a given visa period.
• The visa workers cannot work for themselves or someone other than their sponsor.
• The workers cannot extend their visas or bring any family members.
• The workers can only work in the industry they applied for.
• They must obey Australian laws and meet all the SWP visa conditions issued by the government.

• Everest Harvesting Group handles all aspects of labor market testing prior to recruitment.
• Everest Harvesting Group shortlists candidates on behalf of their clients for interviews. Everest Harvesting Group takes pride in not just supplying a workforce but becoming strategic partners with their clients. Everest Harvesting Group’s method is to have clients involved by Everest Harvesting Group’s side every step of the way throughout the interview process so that Everest Harvesting Group can assist in the selection of the future team if necessary.
• Everest Harvesting Group understands that not each and every client is the same. Different clients may require different skill sets, physiques, as well as any other mitigating factors that may determine the ultimate success of their future workforce.
• After selection, Everest Harvesting Group will start the process of visa requirements, and on the arrival of the workforce, Everest Harvesting Group will ready them to start work at a pre-determined date.
• Everest Harvesting Group will arrange the upfront costs, including the workers’ travel and visas.
• Everest Harvesting Group will work with Everest Harvesting Group’s various affiliate partners to source suitable accommodation for the duration of the workers’ stay in Australia.
• Everest Harvesting Group will arrange suitable transportation to the workplace from the workers’ accommodation.
• Everest Harvesting Group handles all aspects of payroll, ensuring all staff are being paid on time every time at the correct rates and awards according to government rules and regulations regarding wages.
• Everest Harvesting Group will manage superannuation, tax, and Workcover obligations.
• Everest Harvesting Group handles all aspects of pre-departure, working closely with the Labour Sending Unit (LSU) of the country of origin of the future workforce. Having an excellent working relationship with this LSU is paramount in ensuring that the process is smooth and hassle-free.
• Everest Harvesting Group will arrange the flights and collection of the workforce from the airport to their accommodation. Everest Harvesting Group will also ensure all the necessary requirements such as private health insurance, the opening of bank accounts, and adequate education and training with regards to their new surroundings are handled in a professional manner to ensure that the assimilation into their new life in Australia and into their employment is a smooth transition.
• Assisting to manage workers’ performance, behaviors, or any personal issues should they arise, will be supervisors and pastoral care specialists from Everest Harvesting Group, ensuring Everest Harvesting Group’s workforce is productive and managed to the highest standard. Everest Harvesting Group’s management team will be on hand to ensure that all workers are trained and stay on the right path throughout their employment.