Mechanic / Farm Hand

Godolphin; Seymour; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Buffet lunch

Job summary

Godolphin, Northwood Park in Victoria, invites applications for a full-time Mechanic / Farm Hand to join the team. You will service, maintain and repair farm machinery, equipment and vehicles, and assist with irrigation and general farm tasks.

The role covers workshop and field work, requiring safe operation and strong collaboration with Farm and Stud Teams. Applicants should have experience with agricultural machinery, sound mechanical knowledge, a valid driver's licence and the ability to work

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.
• Current driver's licence.

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

Mechanical repair

Farm machinery

Driver's license

Team player

Independent worker

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.