AddressZerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest growers and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Tractor Maintenance Technician to join our team on a full-time permanent basis at our Parilla site located in the Mallee region of South Australia.
Reporting to the Farm Department Manager, you will be responsible of the repairs and maintenance of a wide range of agricultural vehicles and equipment including tractors, trucks, headers and associated agricultural equipment.
A salary of $70,000 - $90,000 will be available, based on applicable qualifications and experience. Benefits may include accommodation, a relocation allowance and additional travel allowances.
Duties include:
- Performing maintenance services on vehicles and agricultural equipment, diagnosing faults in diesel engines, transmissions, and mechanical parts.
- Dismantling and repairing engines, transmissions, and mechanical parts, testing and diagnosing vehicles and equipment for operational efficiency.
- Undertaking routine repairs and maintenance on farm equipment and machinery.
- Assist with the planting, cultivation and harvesting of crops.
- Operating various vehicles, machinery, and equipment used in agricultural production.
- Participating in the inspection, grading, sorting, storage, and post-harvest treatment of produce.
- Operating irrigation systems and equipment.
Requirements:
- Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential).
- Forklift Licence (essential).
- Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
- Experience in machinery maintenance and / or mechanical maintenance.
- Experience in horticultural operations / farm management.
- Intermediate to advanced mechanical knowledge and experience working with large scale agricultural machinery.
- Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Ability and willingness to undertake manual, and sometimes physical work.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions
Please visit www.zerellafresh.com.au for more information about the company.
To express your interest in this position, please apply by attaching a current resume.
For further information please contact **@zerella.com.au.
