Farm & Maintenance

Rosemont Stud; Gnarwarre; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosemont Stud, based in Victoria, seeks a hands-on Farm Maintenance Officer to care for our farms, facilities and infrastructure to a high standard. You will identify maintenance needs and complete tasks efficiently alongside our Farm Services and Farm teams.

Responsibilities include fencing, gates, laneways, water systems, buildings and grounds, as well as servicing tractors and other machinery. The role rewards practical problem solving, independence and a strong work ethic in a busy farming

Qualifications

• Experience in agricultural operations or farm maintenance.
• Strong practical maintenance and problem-solving skills.
• Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
• Knowledge of fencing and water systems.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
• A current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day maintenance and presentation of our farms and facilities.
• Fencing, gates, laneways, roads, yards and general farm infrastructure.
• Maintenance of buildings, staff accommodation and other property facilities.
• Grounds maintenance including mowing, slashing, spraying and weed control.
• Water infrastructure including troughs, tanks, pumps and pipelines.
• General maintenance and servicing of tractors, vehicles, mowers and farm machinery.
• Undertaking preventative maintenance across the properties.
• Assisting with farm improvement and infrastructure projects.
• Working alongside external tradespeople and contractors when required.
• Identifying maintenance issues and ensuring they are addressed promptly.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team communication

General carpentry & repair

Driver’s licence

Tools

Tractors

Farm machinery

Water systems

Job description

Working closely with our Farm Services, Stud and Farm teams, the successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining our farms and facilities to a high standard. This is a hands-on, practical role where you will identify maintenance requirements and ensure jobs are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities

• Day-to-day maintenance and presentation of our farms and facilities
• Fencing, gates, laneways, roads, yards and general farm infrastructure
• Maintenance of buildings, staff accommodation and other property facilities
• Grounds maintenance including mowing, slashing, spraying and weed control
• Water infrastructure including troughs, tanks, pumps and pipelines
• General maintenance and servicing of tractors, vehicles, mowers and farm machinery
• Undertaking preventative maintenance across the properties
• Assisting with farm improvement and infrastructure projects
• Working alongside external tradespeople and contractors when required
• Identifying maintenance issues and ensuring they are addressed promptly

About you

• Experience in agricultural operations, farm maintenance, property maintenance or a similar role
• Strong practical maintenance and problem-solving skills
• Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery
• Knowledge of fencing, water systems and general farm infrastructureGood organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
• A strong work ethic and willingness to be hands-on
• A high level of attention to property presentation and maintenance
• The ability to work independently and show initiative
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams
• A current driver's licence

About us

Rosemont Stud is a leading Australian thoroughbred breeding operation with over 500 horses under management based in Victoria. Our Farm & Maintenance team plays an important role in supporting our horse operations by ensuring our properties, facilities and infrastructure provide a safe and professional environment for our horses, staff and clients.