Join a well-established, progressive 13,000-hectare mixed farming enterprise based in South Stirling, 60 kilometres from Albany in southern Western Australia fulltime as a Heavy Diesel Farm Mechanic. The business operates a modern, diverse fleet across broad acre cropping, trucking and livestock and fosters a supportive culture and a strong team working environment. Starting any time from now until the new year, in this position you will work alongside another experienced heavy diesel mechanic sharing leadership of workshop operations and helping to shape the future of the farm's workshop whilst ensuring the farm fleet is ready to meet seasonal demands. Duties include co-ordinating preventative maintenance and spare parts management and working collaboratively with the workshop team to service, diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems across a variety of heavy machinery, trucks, vehicles, and farm equipment. The position is best suited to a mechanic with leadership ability and problem-solving skills with a heavy diesel (or equivalent) trade qualification and demonstrated experience maintaining agricultural, construction or transport machinery who is willing to take responsibility for workshop outcomes and enjoys sharing knowledge and mentoring junior staff in a teamworking environment. Offered with an attractive salary matching your skills and experience, the position also comes with a work vehicle and a newly renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on farm with amenities and primary and high school bus access. And the farm rewards your commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship by supporting your development through clear career planning and by expanding your skills and knowledge. BENEFITS Career progression and skill development Competitive salary super leave entitlements Newly renovated 4-bedroom accommodation with school bus access Work vehicle DUTIES Co-ordinate preventative maintenance and spare parts management Service and maintain, trouble shoot, diagnose, and repair large farm fleet Mentor junior workshop staff SKILLS & QUALITIES Qualification in heavy diesel mechanics (or equivalent) Minimum 3 years previous relevant experience Leadership ability & problem-solving skills Enjoys sharing skills & knowledge through mentoring junior staff Models and promotes safe working practices Effective communication & record keeping skills Organised & efficient with tidy presentation Manual drivers licence, truck licence advantageous For further information please call Angela on 0493 041 . This position is not suitable for Working Holiday Visa holders or applicants requiring sponsorship.
