At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and maintain machinery, perform repairs, and ensure smooth operations.
- Company: Join the Mount Feedlot, a leading Angus beef producer.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment with a supportive team.
- Other info: Work independently and collaboratively while prioritising safety and animal welfare.
- Why this job: Every day is different, offering exciting challenges and opportunities for growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance, basic welding skills, and a practical problem-solving mindset.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
No two days are the same.
One day you might be servicing the grain mill, the next rebuilding a pump or welding a damaged yard rail.
You'll work closely with the on-site team while having plenty of autonomy to plan and manage your own work.
Your focus is preventative maintenance and fast, effective in-house repairs.
Major breakdowns are handled by external specialists, with you coordinating and supporting them.
Key responsibilities
- Service and maintain machinery including tractors, loaders, pumps, augers and generators
- Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance to catch problems early
- Diagnose faults and complete safe, efficient repairs to minimise downtime
- Perform fabrication and welding repairs on yards, fences, gates and rails
- Respond promptly to urgent issues, particularly those affecting animal welfare or feed operations
- Liaise with management on major repairs, prepare sites for contractors and assist as needed
- Keep accurate maintenance records, service logs and parts usage
- Keep the workshop, tools and maintenance areas clean, organised and in working order
- Work with feedlot staff to prioritise and schedule maintenance
- Follow WHS requirements at all times
About you
- Proven experience in general maintenance, ideally in a farm, feedlot or industrial setting
- Experience servicing machinery such as tractors, loaders, pumps and generators
- Basic welding and fabrication skills
- A practical, problem-solving approach and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Current driver's licence
- Willingness to work rostered weekends
About us
The Mount Feedlot is a 5,000-head feedlot 22km west of Forbes, specialising in mid-fed Angus beef.
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Feedlot Maintenance in Forbes employer: Kenny's Creek Angus
Kenny's Creek Angus offers a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same, providing employees with autonomy in planning and managing their tasks. The company emphasizes preventative maintenance and effective in-house repairs, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration. Employees have the opportunity to develop their skills through hands-on experience with a variety of machinery and maintenance tasks.
