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    6186652

    Mechanic - Senior Farm Hand

    Millicent, AustraliaOn-SiteFull-timePosted 1w ago
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    Job description

    About Thomas Foods International

    Family owned since 1988, Thomas Foods International (TFI) is one of Australia's largest food businesses. With teams across Australia, the US, Canada, China, Japan and Europe, the Thomas Foods brands and business partnerships grow, supply, and distribute premium meat and seafood all over the world. TFI is an organisation that truly embodies its values-driven philosophy and positive working culture. Now is the perfect time to join this innovative, growing global business. 

    Our mission is to feed families globally, through premium quality products, exceptional service and sustainable practices.

    About the role

    “Glenross”, located near Millicent, the heart of the highly productive south-east region of South Australia, is seeking a qualified diesel mechanic or mechanically minded Senior Farm Hand to join their close-knit team.

    Step into a hands-on role where no two days are the same. As our Senior Farm Hand - Mechanic, you'll be at the heart of keeping the operation running smoothly, ensuring a diverse fleet of machinery and equipment performs at its best.

    You'll take ownership of servicing and maintaining 12 irrigation pivots and pivot engines, along with Hilux utes, tractors, trucks, and side-by-side vehicles. Working from a fully equipped workshop complete with a vehicle hoist and dedicated service vehicle, you'll have everything you need to tackle preventative maintenance and repairs efficiently.

    Beyond the workshop, you'll play an important role in the broader farming operation. You'll manage spare parts inventory, maintain a safe and organised workspace, and lend a hand with general farm activities when needed. This is an opportunity to combine your mechanical expertise with a varied and rewarding agricultural role, where your skills will make a real impact every day.

    About the Property

    The properties totalling 4500ha, run 10,000 self-replacing Composite ewes plus young stock and 3000 Angus steers. With high stocking rates and rotational grazing, this is a high input and high output farming system. This is a modern farming business with state-of-the-art sheep and cattle handling facilities and a strong focus on efficiency, productivity, and best-practice management.

    The Ideal Candidate

    • Proven experience in a similar role
    • Strong mechanical background, particularly with diesel motors
    • Ability to work independently and part of a team and prioritise tasks
    • Practical understanding of modern farming systems
    • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
    • Enjoys the outdoors and occasional general farm work

    Benefits and perks

    As a valued member of our team, we offer multiple benefits in line with your role:

    • House included (on property)
    • Use of a vehicle onsite
    • Competitive salary
    • Safety-focused employer
    • Progressive career opportunities
    • Uniform provided

    Apply today to be part of this exciting opportunity!

    For further information contact Kelly Nankivell 0428 200 249 or [email protected]

    To apply go to https://aus-secure.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6186652.careers?ShowJob=167887497

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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