At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead maintenance of orchard and harvest equipment to ensure smooth operations.
- Company: Join Olam, a global leader in agricultural products and food ingredients.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with a focus on continuous improvement and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainable farming while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification or relevant experience in horticulture and machinery maintenance.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
This is a critical role to our farming operations and a great opportunity for a mechanically minded leader to join our global agribusiness.
The Maintenance Controller supports the Orchard Manager in ensuring the orchard and harvest equipment is available at all times for the orchard operation. This role is based across the Southern and Wemen regions of Victoria. The primary responsibilities include the servicing, maintenance and repair of agricultural equipment per operational requirements.
Reporting to the Orchard Manager you will have the autonomy to:
- Assist the Orchard Manager in the planning, monitoring and managing of key deliverables by achieving the long-term sustainability of orchard equipment.
- Liaise with contractors to ensure timelines and scoped works are conducted within the planned maintenance programs in a safe environment.
- Assist the management team with the development of master equipment matrix and recording of individual equipment activities.
- Support and participate in the development of a team culture within Olam Orchards.
This is a ‘hands on’ role for someone who is trade qualified or has relevant experience and has an output focus, who is able to think on their feet, troubleshoot and lead the team.
Our ideal candidate will have the following:
- Experience in the horticultural or Almond sector, specifically in orchard equipment and/or Almond harvest equipment repairs and maintenance is required.
- Previous positions held in a workshop and/or workshop management essential, and current car and HR truck licence.
- Good understanding of programmed maintenance of machinery, with capable computer and risk assessment skills.
- Passionate about continual improvement.
- Mechanical or metal fabrication trade is highly desired (diesel mechanic preferred).
To be considered for an interview you must have team management experience, agricultural operations experience and reasonable computer skills. You will also have the energy and drive to persevere through long seasons, and excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills to drive a high-performance team culture. You must be confident of passing our pre-employment medical/drug screen as we have a zero-tolerance policy to drugs.
Maintenance Controller employer: ofi
ofi is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant suburb of St Kilda, Melbourne, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a commitment to sustainability and community impact, employees enjoy a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, alongside comprehensive benefits and opportunities for continuous learning in the food and beverage industry. Join us to be part of a purpose-driven team dedicated to making a positive change for good food and a healthy future.
