Longtrail Farms is currently looking for Workshop Assistant/Diesel Mechanic to join our team located in Parilla, South Australia. This is a key role and will be responsible for maintaining and repairing plant and equipment in an organised schedule of work as required.
Great things about Longtrail
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We invest in our people and their development. If there’s a course you want to do, let us know!
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We work to accommodate flexible work arrangements. Want to spend a day with your kids? We can discuss your hours.
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We are investing in our gear and your work environment. We want you to be a key part in planning the infrastructure and technology for the future.
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We socialise together. Monthly birthday morning tea, Friday night knock offs, field day trips.
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We are protective of our crew. We treat each other like family.
Great things specifically about this job
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You get to maintain some of the biggest and best equipment in our industry;
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You will have a direct impact on the success of the business;
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You get to work with up-to-date tech;
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You have autonomy to manage your day to tick off your to do list; and
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You will be part of a supportive and fun team.
What to expect day to day?
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Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will maintain and repair all equipment or work with a specialised repair agent.
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You will undertake the preventative maintenance schedule to ensure limited downtime of machines.
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You will provide mentoring support to junior farm members to build maintenance skills across the team.
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You will be responsible for the overall presentation of the workshop and surrounding yard so that inventory is appropriately stocked and well organised and the areas looks tidy always.
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You will provide back up support to monitor and repair irrigation operations as directed by the Workshop Manager.
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Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance on plant and equipment on systems like SafeAg Systems.
About you:
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Qualification in Mechanics or Agriculture (desirable)
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Mechanical and welding aptitude
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Previous experience maintaining farm equipment
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Previous experience operating farm machinery
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Good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and online systems/apps.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Forklift license (desirable)
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Chemical User Permit or willingness to complete
Attributes that are essential for working at Longtrail Farms:
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Mechanical aptitude and practically minded;
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Strong communication skills with a team-oriented approach;
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Best practice safety orientation;
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A diligent approach to work which includes a can-do attitude;
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Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, in particular when working through the night;
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Strong hygiene standards; and
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Flexibility and adaptability to remain positive when priorities change.
Short term accommodation is available in the town for immediate start, long-term accommodation can be arranged and worked in with a full-time package if required.
Confidential enquiries to: Hannah Dabinett, 0419039270
