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Maintenance Hand
Pittsworth, QLD

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Are you passionate about agriculture and looking for an exciting role in a thriving family-owned agri-business? McLean Farms, located just 30 minutes southwest of Toowoomba in Pittsworth, is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Hand to become an integral part of our Poultry team.

 

About Us:

 

McLean Farms is a diversified, family-owned agri-business renowned for our excellence in livestock and food production. Our operations span a wide range of agricultural enterprises, including grain, compost, and feed mill operations. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment that aligns with our values and culture.

 

Daily duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Conducting regular preventive maintenance inspections to identify wear and tear.
  • Attending to breakdowns and assisting with general repairs.
  • Performing regular inspections and assessments of farm facilities, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure they meet safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducting pre-start checks on farm equipment.
  • Documenting maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment servicing.
  • Cleaning and disinfecting maintenance equipment and facilities to maintain good hygiene.
  • Performing minor repairs, adjustments, and replacements on farm machinery, feeding systems, ventilation equipment, and other tools to prevent breakdowns and disruptions to operations.
  • Monitoring and maintaining strict adherence to animal welfare standards and biosecurity protocols.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for a proactive and dedicated professional who brings:

  • Previous experience in a maintenance role (highly advantageous).
  • Organisational and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in record-keeping and data analysis for farm management purposes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with staff, suppliers, and stakeholders.
  • The ability to work autonomously.

What McLean Farms Offers

  • Competitive Wages: A highly attractive package based on skills and experience.
  • Industry Leadership: Gain experience in an industry-leading business.
  • Supportive Environment: Work for a supportive, proactive, and growing employer invested in the long-term growth and professional development of our team.

 

To learn more about McLean Farms and what we do, please visit our website: www.mcleanfarms.com.au.

 

If you are a dedicated and experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

 

Apply today!

 

You may be required to work reasonable overtime to meet operational demands. You must be able to work weekends and public holidays as per a rotating roster.

 

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia to apply. 

 

You must not have any birds, pigs or poultry at home, and you must not regularly come into contact with birds, pigs or poultry in order to work at McLean Farms.

 

Please ensure that you have read the Bio-Security Document on the right-hand side.

 

To proceed with employment shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a Pre-employment functional assessment and Drug and Alcohol testing.

  Full Time

    Pittsworth QLD

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   Posted 24 Sep 24

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