Maintenance Lead – Livestock Facility & Yard Ops

RGIT Australia; Leongatha; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10c discount on Fuel (Diesel) at all I

30% discount from Ringers Western

Corporate rate with JB HI-FI

Company Paid maternity leave

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Regional Livestock Exchanges (RLX) is seeking an experienced maintenance leader to keep critical infrastructure operating safely and efficiently at the Leongatha site in VIC. You will support maintenance performance across a fast-paced livestock environment.

The role requires proven maintenance experience with farm infrastructure, water systems, and basic fabrication. A Q fever vaccination is required or willingness to obtain one, with entry to a site in regional Victoria.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plant and equipment maintenance.
• Light fabrication and welding experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pumps and livestock watering systems is essential.
• First Aid Certificate required.
• Basic plumbing knowledge is desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices in a sale yard environment.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic operational environment.
• Computer skills to maintain electronic data bases.

Responsibilities

• General cleaning and maintenance of site assets including buildings, sheds, machinery, yards and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and WHS processes and relevant legislation.
• Maintenance of water troughs, truck wash and sediment traps.
• Aerating the cattle pavilion floor as required.
• Assist with sale day operations and cattle handling.
• Maintenance of effluent systems and fencing.

Skills

Plant & equipment maintenance

Light fabrication & welding

Pumps & livestock watering systems

First Aid Certificate

Basic plumbing

Safety practices

Computer skills

Dynamic operational environment

Tools

Loaders

Tractors

Bobcats

Job description

Regional Livestock Exchanges (RLX) is seeking an experienced maintenance leader to keep critical infrastructure operating safely and efficiently at the Leongatha site in VIC. You will support maintenance performance across a fast-paced livestock environment.

The role requires proven maintenance experience with farm infrastructure, water systems, and basic fabrication. A Q fever vaccination is required or willingness to obtain one, with entry to a site in regional Victoria.