On-Farm Field Service Mechanic

RGIT Australia; Bundaberg; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home every night in Bundaberg region

Year-round work in agriculture

Family-friendly hours and supportive,

Diverse field and workshop exposure

Job summary

Macadamia Farm Management is seeking a motivated Field Service Mechanic to support one of Australia’s leading macadamia farming operations. Based near Bundaberg, the role is full-time with field and workshop work, ensuring tractors and farm machinery run reliably for seasonal demand.

You will diagnose, service, and repair equipment in the orchards and workshop, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with farm managers and the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Diesel Mechanic or Heavy Plant Mechanic with hands-on experience.
• Comfortable working independently in the field and in a workshop.
• Strong diagnostic skills and practical problem-solving mindset.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and pride in workmanship.
• Current driver’s licence (HR preferred).
• Experience in agriculture or heavy machinery is highly regarded.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple farm sites and workshop colleagues.
• Auto electrical and hydraulic experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Mobile diagnostics, servicing, and repairs on tractors, trucks, farm machinery, and other farming equipment
• Responding to breakdowns and field service across multiple farm sites
• Hydraulic system troubleshooting and repairs
• Preventative maintenance programs and scheduled services
• Workshop-based repairs, component rebuilds, and fabrication support as required
• Ensuring machinery is safe, compliant, and operational — in time for seasonal demands
• Maintaining good communication with farm managers and the wider maintenance team

Skills

Field service

Diagnostics

Auto electrical

Hydraulics

Independent work

Teamwork

HR Licence

Agriculture experience

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Macadamia Farm Management is seeking a motivated Field Service Mechanic to support one of Australia’s leading macadamia farming operations. Based near Bundaberg, the role is full-time with field and workshop work, ensuring tractors and farm machinery run reliably for seasonal demand.

You will diagnose, service, and repair equipment in the orchards and workshop, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with farm managers and the maintenance team.