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McLean Packing Staff Pty Ltd is a diversified family-owned agri‑business based in the Darling Downs, specialising in livestock and food production. The business is involved with a broad range of other agricultural enterprises such as grain, compost and feed mill operations. We are currently seeking a skilled individual to fill this role in a full‑time capacity, based in Pittsworth, QLD.

Salary - $80,000 to $90,000.00 per annum pending experience.

At McLean Farms our core values guide everything we do:

- We Care – We nurture our people, animals, environment, workplace, and community
- We Are One Team – We work together towards a common goal in a respectful and effective manner
- We Aim for Excellence – We strive to improve continuously
- We Find a Way – We work together to find solutions to every challenge
- We Do the Right Thing – We make decisions and choose behaviours knowing what is right and what is wrong

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on MOBA egg grading machines and associated plant equipment to ensure reliable performance.
- Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance functions in accordance with the engineering maintenance plan, documenting all work accurately.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults, repairing or replacing components, and restoring operations to minimise production downtime.
- Analyse equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend improvements, circuit modifications, or system design enhancements to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Interpret technical drawings, specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements relating to mechanical systems,



switchgear, motors, and control equipment.
- Determine appropriate configuration and arrangement of circuits, transformers, switchgear, control panels, cabling and protective devices to support safe and efficient plant operations.
- Support the design, installation, commissioning and upgrade of mechanical systems, signalling equipment, PLC systems and telemetry solutions across grading and associated facilities.
- Liaise with engineering and equipment suppliers regarding product development, motors, and system modifications, ensuring integration aligns with operational and compliance requirements.
- Assist in planning and managing mechanical resources required for new installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects, including establishing delivery and installation schedules for machinery, cables, switchgear and fittings.
- Supervise and support the operation and maintenance of plant mechanical systems, distribution boards, and industrial equipment to ensure safe, compliant and efficient performance.
- Utilise the MEX Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for accurate record keeping, work order management, asset tracking and parts requisition.
- Manage tools, spare parts, and materials effectively, ensuring availability for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.




- Communicate and collaborate with production and operations staff to align maintenance activities with production requirements and minimise disruption.
- Maintain compliance with engineering standards, WHS regulations, electrical licensing requirements, and company policies, ensuring all work meets specifications and safety standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and, where required, participate in technical research and evaluation of mechanical systems, motors, switchgear, control systems and automation technologies to support long‑term operational efficiency.
- Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a protected, clean, and organised condition in line with workplace health and safety practices.
- Provide guidance and training to operators and production staff on equipment care, electrical safety awareness, and correct fault reporting procedures.

About You

- Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant field.
- Minimum 3 years post graduate relevant work experience in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Proven experience with PLC programming and complex machinery maintenance
- Experience with MOBA machinery is desired
- Strong communicator, with the ability to write reports and liaise with various teams
- Excellent planning and time management skills
- Confident using a range of computer programs

What We Offer

- A supportive team culture within a proudly family‑owned Australian farming business
- A varied and hands‑on role – no two days are the same
- On‑the‑job learning and development opportunities.

To learn more about McLean Farms and what we do, please visit our website: www.mcleanfarms.au.

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📌 Packing Floor Maintenance Engineer Pittsworth QLD 4356
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