About IPA:
IPA is a well-established Australian provider of employment and career solutions designed to help organisations and individuals to succeed at work. This includes permanent and temporary recruitment and flexible workforce solutions.
About the role:
Our client has been in business for over 30 years and is an industry leader in tree crop management. This role is to provide overall support to the Farm Managers, Supervisors and Workshop. This is a permanent position, with the successful candidate having long term career possibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the and fabrication of farm structures, machinery and equipment.
- Assist with the daily servicing, maintenance and repairs of farm machinery and equipment,
- Assist in the building of new machinery and equipment.
- Maintain sufficient spare parts stock on hand, minimising time spent sourcing parts in store daily.
- Ensure servicing records on all machinery and equipment is current, and where required any repairs and maintenance requirements are actioned.
- Ensure sufficient fuel stocks are always kept at all sites.
- Assist in training of staff in all aspects of tractor operations and maintenance.
Skills and Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated experience with all aspects of welding and fabrication, specifically farm machinery and equipment.
- Ability to follow plans and drawings.
- Experience completing mechanical services, repairs and maintenance on farm machinery.
- Mechanical knowledge, specifically diesel machinery.
- Experience using stick and mig welding equipment.
- Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to accomplish objectives effectively within assigned time frame.
- Willingness to assist and support others as required within a team environment.
- Ability to follow direction.
Qualifications:
- Minimum current C class licence
- Forklift licence (advantageous)
- TQ Diesel Mechanic (advantageous)
A high level of interpersonal communication skills and a commitment to safety is essential to succeed in the position.
We are looking for people with the experience and the drive to really add value to our client's teams.
If you want to join a great team, apply now with your resume.