Mechanical Engineering Technician

5 months ago


Pittsworth, Australia McLean Farms Full time

Looking for employment in a relaxed rural lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city life?

Proudly owned by Australian Farmers

**Essential duties and responsibilities**:

- Perform all preventative maintenance functions in line with the engineering plan;
- Assemble and install new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools and controls, and hydraulic/pneumatic power systems;
- Respond to breakdowns on the floor in a timely and efficient manner;
- Troubleshoot faults and analyse equipment failures to recommend solutions to minimise downtime;
- Communicate with production personnel to ensure expectations are being met;
- Utilise MEX for accurate and thorough record keeping and ordering as required;
- Maintain the work areas in a clean and tidy condition, removing rubbish and storing equipment and tools as required;
- Support Engineering Technicians Manager or 2IC;
- Relieve the Engineering Technicians Manager or 2IC as and when required;
- Provide assistance to staff in other areas in case of emergencies, breakdown, etc.; and
- Any other tasks as directed by the Engineering Technicians Manager or the Grading Floor Manager.

**Qualifications and experience required**:

- Strong technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles and maintenance, with relevant tertiary education and/or experience;
- Minimum 3 years mechanical engineering experience;
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is not essential, but would be highly regarded;
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment;
- Ability to work cooperatively with workers of all levels and abilities;
- Strong communication skills, ability to write reports and correspondence, ability to speak clearly and effectively with internal and external contacts;
- Strong emphasis on accuracy to ensure a consistently high quality of work;
**Base salary range**: $62,000.00 - $72,000.00 + superannuation

You may be required to work reasonable overtime to meet operational demands. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a pre-employment functional capacity evaluation.

You must not have any birds, pigs or poultry at your place of residence.

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

If you have a keen interest in environmental management and a willingness to learn, then we want to hear from you.



  • Pittsworth, Australia Lionel Moore Trailers Pty Ltd Full time

    Electrical Engineering Technician required for Lionel Moore Trailers in Pittsworth, Queensland. Indicative Skill Level: AQF Certificate II (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) Tasks include: - studying designs, drawings and specifications of electrical installations & circuitry - assisting Engineers in design & layout of electrical installations and circuitry on...


  • Pittsworth, Australia McLean Farms Full time

    McLean Farms is a diversified family-owned agri-business based in Pittsworth, 30 minutes West of Toowoomba. Specialising in livestock and food production, the business is involved with a broad range of agricultural enterprises such as grain, compost and feed mill operations. We are currently seeking an Engineering Support Technician to join the team in a...

  • Water Technician

    7 months ago


    Pittsworth, Australia McLean Farms Full time

    **Proudly owned by Australian Farmers** Looking to join a company that is passionate about agriculture and making a real difference in the industry? Look no further! McLean Farms is a family-owned company. We are a diverse and dynamic company with exciting current and future progressive plans, and we are excited to adapt and evolve alongside the...

  • Water Technician

    3 days ago


    Pittsworth, Australia McLean Farms Full time

    Full Time Position - Pittsworth QLD 4356Proudly owned by Australian FarmersLooking to join a company that is passionate about agriculture and making a real difference in the industry? Look no further! McLean Farms is a family-owned company. We are a diverse and dynamic company with exciting current and future progressive plans, and we are excited to adapt...

  • Water Technician

    4 days ago


    Pittsworth, Australia McLean Farms Full time

     Proudly owned by Australian Farmers Looking to join a company that is passionate about agriculture and making a real difference in the industry? Look no further! McLean Farms is a family-owned company. We are a diverse and dynamic company with exciting current and future progressive plans, and we are excited to adapt and evolve alongside the ever-changing...


  • Pittsworth, Queensland, Australia McLean Farms Full time

    Water Technician Role OverviewMcLean Farms is seeking a Water Technician to join their team in a Full-Time capacity. Reporting directly to the Water Management and Environment Officer, this position will provide assistance in the maintenance of water systems and processes.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the maintenance of water systems and processesFollow...

  • Workshop Manager

    5 months ago


    Pittsworth, Australia Pittstop Pty Ltd Full time

    **About us** Mort & Co is a revolutionary agricultural company that supports many state-of-the-art facilities across its network that contribute to the integrated vertical supply chain for which we have grown from the ground up over 25 years in the agricultural industry. Mort & Co prides itself on its inclusive companywide culture, the highest stringent...