Agriculture is traditionally the sector in which European countries bring in the most seasonal workers from abroad. In Poland this means greenhouse farms, apple and soft-fruit orchards, vegetable fields and livestock farms. Many Armenians have farming experience, and that experience is valued here.
In this sector you must pay particular attention to how pay is calculated. Harvest work is often paid by volume (kilogram, crate) and real income depends on the weather, the crop and your speed. Under a legal contract the employer must still respect the country's minimum-wage rules, and that is worth checking.
Farms are often far from cities: accommodation is usually on the farm, and its quality and cost must be clear before you leave.
Typical roles
- Greenhouse worker
- Harvest worker
- Livestock farm worker
- Poultry farm worker
- Tractor driver (licensed)
- Sorting and packing worker
Common requirements
- Physical fitness for outdoor or greenhouse conditions
- Experience often not required, but farming experience is an advantage
- Livestock farms: experience with animals and willingness to work early shifts
- Tractor drivers: a licence the country recognises
- Willingness to live in a rural area
What changes from one vacancy to the next
These points are never universal. The specific vacancy must disclose them, and we do not publish a vacancy until they are confirmed in writing.
- Pay by the hour or by volume, and whether there is a guaranteed minimum
- Season length and whether other work is offered after the season
- Accommodation on the farm: people per room, kitchen and bathroom conditions
- Accommodation cost and deductions
- Distance to the nearest town and transport availability
- Working-day length at harvest peak
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Questions candidates ask about this category
Is farm work only seasonal?
Not always. Harvesting is seasonal, but greenhouses, livestock and poultry farms operate all year and often offer longer contracts. The specific vacancy states the contract length, and we say clearly what to expect after the season.
