Work For Foreigners: Seasonal Farm Jobs With Sponsorship

Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Apiary Worker
Employer: Thrive Honey
Location: Coaldale, AB
Wage: $17.98 to $25.00 per hour
Job Type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Schedule: Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend
Education Required: None
Experience: 1 to 2 years
Language: English or French
LMIA Status: APPROVED – International workers welcome

Accommodation: Staff housing available
Join our buzzing team at Thrive Honey! We’re seeking passionate and hardworking Apiary Workers to help us produce Alberta’s finest honey. Work alongside experienced beekeepers in the heart of rural Coaldale, where you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience while contributing to sustainable agriculture and the vital work of maintaining healthy bee populations.

Why Choose Thrive Honey
Employment Benefits:

• Competitive wage range up to $25.00 per hour
• Performance bonuses available
• Staff accommodation provided on-site
• Full-time seasonal work with overtime opportunities
• Gain specialized agricultural skills
• Work in essential food production industry

Immigration Advantages:

• LMIA already approved for quick work permit processing
• Seasonal work builds Canadian experience
• Potential for return employment seasons
• Agricultural work supports immigration applications
• Rural community integration opportunities

Unique Work Experience:

• Learn specialized beekeeping skills
• Work with nature in outdoor environment
• Contribute to environmental sustainability
• Part of growing honey industry
• Develop rare and valuable expertise

Your Role as an Apiary Worker
Working with Thrive Honey means becoming part of the fascinating world of commercial beekeeping and honey production.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain bee yards and ensure colony health
• Care for beekeeping equipment and infrastructure
• Assist in honey harvesting operations
• Support hive management activities
• Perform seasonal apiary tasks

Daily Activities:

• Inspect hives for health and productivity
• Feed bees during nectar shortages
• Prepare hives for seasonal changes
• Extract and process honey
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and functionality
• Move hives to optimal locations
• Repair and build hive components
• Monitor for pests and diseases
• Assist with queen bee management
• Package honey products

Seasonal Work Cycle:

• Spring: Colony buildup and splitting
• Summer: Honey production and harvesting
• Fall: Hive preparation for winter
• General: Equipment maintenance and repair

Candidate Requirements
Essential Qualifications:

• Experience: 1 to 2 years in apiary work
• Education: No formal requirements
• Language: English OR French communication
• Driver’s License: Valid license required
• Physical: Ability to handle demanding outdoor work
• Availability: Flexible for varied shift schedules

Required Experience:

• Apiary and honey harvesting background
• Hands-on beekeeping experience
• Honey farm operations knowledge
• Understanding of bee behavior
• Equipment handling experience

Personal Suitabilities:

• Organized: Manage multiple hive locations and tasks
• Team Player: Work effectively with crew members
• Flexible: Adapt to weather and seasonal changes
• Good Judgment: Make decisions affecting colony health
• Detail-Oriented: Notice subtle changes in hive conditions
• Physically Resilient: Handle demanding outdoor work
• Patient: Work calmly around thousands of bees
• Reliable: Consistent attendance for colony care
• Nature-Oriented: Comfortable in rural outdoor settings
• Problem-Solver: Address hive issues independently
• Safety-Conscious: Follow protective protocols
• Hardworking: Maintain productivity in challenging conditions

Work Environment and Conditions
Physical Demands:

• Fast-paced environment during harvest seasons
• Work under pressure to meet production deadlines
• Tight deadlines for seasonal operations
• Physically demanding tasks throughout shift
• Repetitive movements in hive inspections
• Attention to detail for colony health
• Handling heavy loads (honey supers up to 60 pounds)
• Standing for extended periods during hive work
• Extensive walking between hive locations
• Frequent bending, crouching, and kneeling

Environmental Conditions:

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Dusty conditions around hives
• Hot temperatures in protective gear
• Rural, agricultural setting
• Exposure to bee stings (protective equipment provided)
• Seasonal temperature extremes
• Working around thousands of bees daily

Schedule Flexibility Required:

• Early morning starts for hive work
• Evening shifts during peak seasons
• Night moves for hive transportation
• Weekend work as needed
• Overtime during honey harvest
• Seasonal intensity variations

LMIA Support for International Workers
Your Path to Canadian Agriculture:
Our approved LMIA provides international workers with:

• Verified Canadian job offer
• Expedited work permit processing
• Legal temporary work authorization
• Agricultural work experience in Canada
• Foundation for future applications

Immigration Benefits:

• Build Canadian work history
• Gain specialized agricultural skills
• Establish Canadian references
• Experience rural Canadian life
• Potential for seasonal returns

Application Timeline:

• Job offer provided upon selection
• Work permit application submitted
• Processing typically 4-8 weeks
• Arrival and orientation
• Begin seasonal employment

Who can apply to this job?
Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents of Canada, and candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website