Publication date: 20.05.2024
Lawyer
Registration of residence permit in EU countries : Employment in Poland
Seasonal fruit picking work in the Plonsky district
Spring in Poland heralds the beginning of the harvest season, especially in the agricultural and horticultural sectors. Farmers in the Plonsk County of the Masovian Voivodeship are currently looking for workers for seasonal fruit picking, including strawberries and raspberries.
### Seasonal job opportunities in the Płońsk area
Farmers of the Plonsky district urgently need workers for spring harvest. Employers usually offer the following conditions:
- **Salary:** Daily rate from PLN 150 to PLN 300 (net).
- **Accommodation and meals by the employer.
- **Insurance:** Coverage during the period of work.
- **Child care:** Availability of nanny services.
- **Transportation:** Help with transportation to and from the place of work.
- **Duration:** Employment lasts from 6 to 8 weeks.
### Contact Information
If you are interested in these employment opportunities, you can contact the local regional employment office in Plonsk:
- **Phone:** 510 089 215 or 502 084 054.
### Support of citizens of Ukraine by state employment services
The Ministry of Family and Social Policy of Poland has created a special section on the portal of state employment services to help Ukrainian citizens who came to Poland because of the war in their country.
This section provides comprehensive information on employment opportunities and other support services.
- **Link to the portal:** [Labor market - help to Ukraine](https://psz.praca.gov.pl/pomocdlaukrainy)
This portal is available in Ukrainian and contains three main information blocks:
1. **The labor market in Poland**
2. **The labor market in the European Union**
3. **Help in other areas**
### Main websites for information and support
- **State support:** [gov.pl/ua](https://www.gov.pl/web/ua) and [pomagamukrainie.gov.pl](https://pomagamukrainie.gov.pl/)
- These websites are available in Ukrainian and provide important information about job search and other support services.
- Users who need help finding a job can be redirected to:
- **Portal of the State Employment Service**
- **Electronic services of the employment service**
- **Central database of job offers and ePraca app**
- **Green Line portal and hotline (19524)**
### Tips for citizens of Ukraine who are looking for work in Poland
1. **A work permit is not required:** Citizens of Ukraine can work in Poland without a work permit. Employers must confirm employment within 14 days on the website [praca.gov.pl](http://praca.gov.pl).
2. **Beware of scams:** due to the influx of Ukrainian citizens, there may be individuals or companies trying to take advantage of the situation. Remember that the services of district employment services are free.
3. **Use reliable sources:** Use proven job search platforms such as [oferty.praca.gov.pl](https://oferty.praca.gov.pl) or the ePraca app.
4. **EURES Guide:** The EURES website provides advice on safe job hunting abroad: [Safe Job Hunting Guide](https://eures.praca.gov.pl/zal/2020-bezpieczne.pdf)
5. **Certified agencies:** The list of certified Polish employment agencies is available at [stor.praca.gov.pl](https://stor.praca.gov.pl) in the Register of Entities Managing Employment Agencies .
### Legal advice and support
- **State Labor Inspection:** Provides free legal advice on labor rights. More information is available at [gov.pl/web/pip/nieodplatne-porady-prawne](https://www.gov.pl/web/pip/nieodplatne-porady-prawne).
- **Hotline numbers:**
- Mazowieckie, Lodz, Wielkopolska, Świętokrzyskie, Lublin and Lubuskie: 22 111 35 88
- Warmian-Masurian, Podlasie, Kuyavian-Pomeranian, Pomeranian and Western Pomeranian Voivodeships: 89 333 17 41
- Subcarpathian, Lesser Poland, Silesian, Opole and Lower Silesian Voivodeships: 22 111 35 29
### Important employment advice
- **Written contracts:** always make sure you sign a written employment contract that outlines the terms of employment and compensation.
- **Avoid illegal employment:** Working without a signed contract is illegal and deprives you of your legal rights.
- **Understand the terms of the contract:** Make sure you understand the terms of your employment contract. If necessary, ask for help.
- **Report misconduct:** If you experience any coercion or misconduct by your employer, report it to the National Labor Inspectorate. For other crimes, contact the police immediately.
### Conclusion
Poland offers strong support and favorable conditions for Ukrainian citizens who are looking for seasonal work, in particular in the agricultural sector of the Plonsky District. Using resources provided by state employment services and following legal employment practices, Ukrainian workers canfind a suitable job in Poland.
