Maintenance/Farm Hand Team leader

2 days ago

Harden New South Wales, Australia Pepes Ducks Ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About Pepe's Ducks Ltd

For over 40 years, Pepe's Ducks has grown from a cottage industry in Eastern Creek, NSW, to Australia's leading Duck producer. Pepe's Ducks prides itself on operating on strong company values, where its people are the heart of the business. This dedication and love of the job ensures that every duck to leave Pepe's is of the highest quality and standards.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Maintenance/Farm Hand Team Leader to join our team in Harden, NSW. This is a hands-on, full-time permanent role offering long-term stability and excellent conditions. You will lead by example to create a safe and productive work environment while ensuring the smooth and safe running of the farm and farming equipment.

Responsibilities:

Farm Maintenance including but not limited to

  • Inspect, service, and repair machinery/vehicles.
  • Identify mechanical faults and implement timely solutions to minimise downtime and maintain efficiency of the farm.
  • Assist with the setup, alignment, and testing of new machinery and mechanical systems
  • Use hand tools, welding equipment, and machining tools to fabricate or modify components as needed
  • Adhere to WHS policies and procedures, conduct risk assessments, and ensure all work meets regulatory standards
  • Contribute to the process of improvements and equipment upgrades
  • Operation of farm machinery, including front end loader
  • Care for sheds and litter, culling as required as well as associated general duties as a farm hand and remove waste product
  • Ensure the hygiene procedures are being maintained as per training and compliance with HACCP programs.
  • Participate in any training programs and in the QA quality system
  • Any other reasonable tasks as requested by the Farm Manager

About you:

  • Strong mechanical background working on farming equipment/ Trade Certificate (electrical and mechanical) desirable.
  • Valid driver's licence and reliable transport
  • Strong time management and prioritisation skills
  • A proactive mindset and "can-do" attitude
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team
  • High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a busy environment

Biosecurity:

Due to our strict biosecurity constraints, we cannot consider applicants with the following:

  • Have birds or pigs of any variety at their place of residence or are in regular contact with any type of birds or pigs.
  • Are in regular contact with persons who are in regular contact with any type of birds or pigs.

Our recruitment process:

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. As part of our recruitment and selection process, we require potential employees to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

You must have full rights to work in Australia to be successful for the role. We do not currently offer sponsorship for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications are treated with complete confidentiality.

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