Maintenance Team Leader

The Company

This well-established agribusiness is a leader in its specialised field, supplying both domestic and export markets. With strong systems, a commitment to safety, and a focus on sustainability, they are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Team Leader to play a key role on one of their flagship farms.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Farm Manager, this role combines leadership with hands-on technical work. You’ll take ownership of the machinery workshop, ensuring equipment is maintained to the highest standard and operations run smoothly — especially during peak harvest (February–May).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day maintenance and servicing of a diverse fleet of farm machinery and equipment
• Provide rapid response to breakdowns to keep harvest operations on track
• Manage workshop budgets, inventory, and spare parts
• Develop and enforce safety standards, SOPs, and JSAs
• Oversee, mentor, and guide workshop staff, liaising with maintenance crews and contractors
• Support seasonal planning to ensure uninterrupted farm operations

Machinery & Equipment

• Tractors, ATVs, and specialist harvesting machinery (shakers, sweepers, pickup machines)
• Sprayers, fertiliser spreaders, trailers, and bins
• Chainsaws and essential small tools for day-to-day operations

About You

• Trade-qualified mechanical background (agriculture, horticulture, or related industries preferred)
• Experience managing workshop safety, SOPs, and JSAs
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and prioritisation skills
• Financial confidence in managing budgets, stock, and reporting
• Leadership skills — capable of motivating, mentoring, and guiding a small team

What’s on Offer

• Base salary of $100,800 incl. super + fully maintained company vehicle
• 10% annual bonus
• Overtime paid during harvest (April–May)
• Relocation support available for the right candidate
• Long-term stability and career development within a respected agribusiness

Why Join? Join a close-knit team in a business that invests in its people and rewards loyalty. To learn more, contact Matthew Franke at Blackbook Executive on (03) 9823 7421 for a confidential discussion.