Orchard Machinery Maintenance Tech – 38h/wk, Ongoing

AgriLabour; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking a Maintenance Technician for an almond orchard operation in Darlington Point, NSW. The role involves servicing, repairing, and maintaining farm machinery to support safe and efficient orchard operations, with a focus on preventative maintenance and fault-finding.

You will work in a practical environment, coordinating maintenance activities, managing spare parts, and maintaining records. The position offers ongoing employment and is a hands-on, safety-focused role.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical skills and safe working practices.
• Experience with agricultural/heavy machinery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain orchard and harvest machinery.
• Complete preventative maintenance and fault-finding.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimise downtime.
• Manage spare parts inventory, purchase orders, and maintenance schedules.
• Maintain accurate equipment records and maintenance registers.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability improvements.
• Follow WHS procedures and promote safe maintenance practices.

Skills

Mechanical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting/Diesel Mechanics/Metal Fabrication

Tools

Welding

Fabrication

Job description

Agri Labour Australia is seeking a Maintenance Technician for an almond orchard operation in Darlington Point, NSW. The role involves servicing, repairing, and maintaining farm machinery to support safe and efficient orchard operations, with a focus on preventative maintenance and fault-finding.

You will work in a practical environment, coordinating maintenance activities, managing spare parts, and maintaining records. The position offers ongoing employment and is a hands-on, safety-focused role.