Land to Table Farm Assistant

Seabird Island Band • Kent, BC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Seabird Island is committed to fostering health and wellness within our community. We are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment that respects and values Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and ways of being. We are seeking a Land to Table Farm Assistant to join our team, working collaboratively to enhance farming operations and receiving training opportunities for individuals interested in agriculture, sustainability, environmental science, or land-based work. Under the direction of the Acting Holistic Nutrition Wellness Lead, the Land to Table Farm Assistant provides culturally informed support for day-to-day operations on the Tém:éxw li te Letam Farm during the peak growing season. This role involves hands-on and outdoors, focusing on crop production, field maintenance, and general farm upkeep. The Land to Table Farm Assistant will also engage in community relations activities to support clients and the community. This is a term position with an end date of September 7th, with possibility of extension.

Requirements

• Interest in agriculture, sustainability, food systems, or outdoor work.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting (20-40 lbs), bending, kneeling, and working in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.
• No prior farm experience required: training provided.
• Submission of a clear Criminal Record Check.
• Commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assist with seeding, transplanting, and preparing planting beds.
• Perform weeding, watering, mulching, pruning, trellising, and pest monitoring to support healthy crop growth.
• Harvest vegetables, fruits, or herbs according to quality standards; wash, sort, and pack produce for sale or storage.
• Help with composting, soil amendments, and basic field preparation.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust irrigation systems; hand-water crops as needed.
• Safely operate basic farm tools (hand tools, wheelbarrows, small equipment) and assist with routine cleaning and maintenance.
• Support upkeep of farm structures, fencing, pathways, and storage areas.
• Help with produce washing, packing, labelling, and organizing.
• Engage in community relations activities to support clients and the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed