Mechanic / Farm Hand

Godolphin Australia; Seymour; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Buffet lunch Monday to Friday

Job summary

Godolphin Australia, at Northwood Park in Victoria, is seeking a full-time Mechanic / Farm Hand to service, repair and maintain farm machinery, equipment and vehicles. You will support both Workshop and Farming Teams to keep operations running smoothly on the property.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, experience with agricultural machinery and tractors, and a reliable team player with a strong work ethic. A current driver's licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience servicing and repairing agricultural machinery, equipment and vehicles.
• Sound mechanical knowledge.
• Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
• Willingness to assist with general farm maintenance.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair farm machinery, equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs.
• Coordinate routine servicing and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Operate agricultural machinery and general farming activities.
• Assist with irrigation operations and maintenance.
• Undertake general property maintenance including fencing, building repairs and metal fabrication.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop.
• Work collaboratively with the Farm and Stud Teams to support daily operations.

Skills

Mechanics knowledge

Agricultural machinery servicing

Tractor operation

Driver's licence

Team player

Job description

Godolphin - one of the world's leading thoroughbred breeding and racing operations, invites applications for a full-time Mechanic / Farm Hand to join the team at Northwood Park in Victoria.

Reporting to the Farm Manager, you will play an important role in the servicing, maintenance and repair of farm machinery, equipment and vehicles while also supporting general farming operations. This varied, hands on position offers the opportunity to work across both the Workshop and Farming Teams, contributing to the safe and efficient operation of the property.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Service, maintain and repair farm machinery, equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs.
• Coordinate routine servicing and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Operate agricultural machinery and general farming activities.
• Assist with irrigation operations and maintenance.
• Undertake general property maintenance including fencing, building repairs and metal fabrication.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop.
• Work collaboratively with the Farm and Stud Teams to support daily operations.

Criteria:

• Experience servicing and repairing agricultural machinery, equipment and vehicles.
• Sound mechanical knowledge.
• Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
• Willingness to assist with general farm maintenance.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Current driver's licence.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Full buffet lunch provided Monday to Friday.
• The opportunity to work at one of Godolphin's premier breeding locations.

Applications close on Friday 13 November 2026

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.