Mechanical Service Technician

About the role

MCNE is seeking an experienced Service Plant Mechanic to join our team on a full-time basis at our Northern Rivers farming operation in New South Wales.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of agricultural machinery, heavy diesel equipment and mobile plant used throughout the farming operation. This position reports directly to the Farm Manager and plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

•    Installing and performing diagnostic tests on mechanical systems.

•    Servicing, repairing and maintenance of mobile plant and other machinery.

•    Troubleshooting mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns,

•    Monitoring the availability of parts and replenishing supplies. 

•    Organising and supervising the inspection and maintenance of machines and plant. 

•    Maintain plant records.

•    Training co-workers on the safe and efficient use of mechanical machinery and equipment.

•    Selecting tools and equipment.

•    Estimating material costs and quantities, and machine requirements.

•    Collecting and analysing data.

•    Ensuring compliance with environmentally sound work practises.

•    Collection & disposal of waste materials

Qualifications 

•    Relevant trade qualification as a Plant Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.

•    Relevant industry certifications and licences will be highly regarded.

Experience 

At least 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Skills and Experience

•    Experience with John Deere agricultural equipment, including harvesters, tractors and associated machinery, will be highly regarded.

•    Provide technical service advice and maintenance recommendations to management and machinery operators.

•    Experience with heavy diesel trucks, loaders, excavators, forklifts and other mobile plant equipment.

•    In depth knowledge of diagnostic equipment and mechanical systems.

•    Liaise with equipment suppliers, service providers and operators regarding maintenance requirements and repair scheduling.

•    Assist in planning maintenance programs and coordinating workshop activities to minimise operational downtime.

•    Ability to supervise apprentices when required.

•    Commitment to Workplace Health and Safety.

•    Formal qualifications will be taken into consideration.

•    Welding experience would be highly regarded.

Personal Attributes

•    Discipline, loyalty, honesty and integrity.

•    Openly and honestly discuss work process with management, while striving to present a positive solution to any situation.

•    Passion for work within a farming business.

Salary

An attractive remuneration package is on offer for this role circa $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience + super.

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

Location

Northern Rivers Region, NSW, Australia