The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass fed, grain fed, and Wagyu beef production. Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to. We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.
Job Description
We are currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Hand for our Aronui Feedlot; the main purpose of the position is to assist in the day to day operation of feedlot maintenance. The position includes operating and maintaining machinery, water maintenance, fabrication, and welding. The role also includes assisting the maintenance manager in preventive maintenance and ensuring pen surfaces are well kept, meeting animal welfare standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily scraping of pen surfaces
Pushing manure in fence lines
Carting manure to stockpiles
Mechanical repairs and maintenance of Feedlot, Feedmill, Farm equipment and Vehicles.
Ensure workplace health and safety procedures are maintained.
Maintain efficient workshop by keeping floors, benches and equipment clean and serviceable.
Work according to a Maintenance Program for all vehicle, plant, and machinery.
Undertake regular services and over- hauls, and complete repairs and maintenance using, where necessary, power tools, welders, and air tools.
Fabricate, weld, and assemble structural metal products.
Work to tight tolerances
Joint responsibility for ordering all spare parts, oils, and fuels for the feedlot.
Operate machinery when required.
Assist with general maintenance of buildings and station structures, including performing routine daily checks and services of equipment.
Assisting in production and manufacturing of lick blocks.
Assist with livestock crew, when necessary, with animal health and processing.
Desired Skills and Experience
Requirements
Current Drivers Licence (Heavy vehicle licence where applicable)
Ability to work both alone and as part of a team
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to organise/prioritise tasks and meet deadlines, whilst working under pressure
Mature and rational approach to problem solving
Flexibility - able to meet changing requirements
Initiative - ability to take quick action when required and actively pursue opportunities to make further contributions
Teamwork - ability to work with other people towards a common goal, establish effective collaborative relationships with other people in the business
Knowledge of Quality Assurance Programs
Experience with diesel motor vehicles.
Experience in operating loaders, tractors, tipper trucks
Strong structural welding or fabrication with fit out experience (Mig, oxy etc) with the ability to read drawings and follow instructions.
Employee Benefits
Competitive remuneration & allowances
Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers
Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers
Internal transfer and career opportunities
Applications Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your application or visit our Careers page for further information.
Additional details This position can be physically demanding requiring individuals to work in a variety of weather and temperature environments. Due to this, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical questionnaire.
AACo is committed to the health and wellbeing of our employees, and as such prior to commencement employees may be required to receive vaccinations as required to undertake their role.
