Job description

Zerella Fresh is one of Australia’s largest grower and packers of Carrots, Onions and Potatoes supplying Australia’s leading supermarket chains plus independents and exports.

We are currently seeking experienced and motivated MECHANICS to join our team on a full-time permanent basis, supporting operations at our Virginia site in South Australia.

As a valuable member of our team, this position will play a vital role in the success of our operations. If you are reliable, energetic and have a passion for agriculture we would love to hear from you.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to work both independently and as part of a team. Reporting directly to the Workshop Manager you will be working in an outdoor farm environment.

An attractive remuneration package between $70,000 - $90,000 is available to the right candidates.

Duties include:

• Undertake routine servicing, maintenance, and modifications to all farm vehicles, required.
• Complete all works within defined time frames and in the most cost-effective manner according to maintenance schedules.
• Ensure the maintenance history for farm vehicles, are recorded, and that relevant records and reports are prepared as required.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of workshop projects, taking responsibility as directed.
• Detecting and diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults in engines and parts, dismantling, and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms, and other components.
• Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations.
• Repair and replace worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components and referring to service manuals as needed.
• Reassemble engines and parts after being repaired. Test and adjust mechanical parts after repair to ensure proper performance.
• Provide feedback to drivers, and other employees on routine inspection and servicing of farm vehicles entrusted to their care.
• Ensure the efficient and effective utilisation of tools, equipment, and company resources.
• Maintain inventory records and procure mechanical parts and equipment as required.
• Respond to emergency vehicle breakdown calls.
• All other requirements as directed to achieve business objectives.

Requirements:

• Equivalent to AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
• Experience in mechanical services.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of engine repair, mechanical and electrical systems, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of standards and regulations associated with a mechanical workshop plant and equipment.
• Ability to confidently diagnose faults on site and in the workshop.
• Unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence (essential)
• Cultural adaptability and a willingness to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• A willingness to be hands on and participate in a broad range of duties, a strong work ethic is essential.
• Respect for others and pride in team’s performance.
• Commitment to ongoing learning.
• Commitment to delivering team goals and the drive to be successful.

This position will require weekend and night work in line with production demands.

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