JBS Australia is seeking a motivated and technically skilled Technical Support Tradesperson to join our Maintenance team at our Dinmore facility. This unique opportunity has been designed to support the successful onboarding, development and integration of skilled international tradespeople participating in JBS Australia's Global Talent Program.
Ideally suited to candidates with an Electrical or Mechanical trade background and fluency in both English and Spanish, this role will act as a key link between our international workforce and site operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Leadership Team, you will facilitate technical communication, training, knowledge sharing and cultural integration, helping employees successfully transition into the Dinmore manufacturing setting.
A key component of the role will be providing language and translation support between Spanish-speaking tradespeople and site leadership, ensuring clear understanding of technical, safety and operational requirements. You will also assist employees to navigate site systems, processes and workplace expectations while supporting training, competency development and ongoing engagement within the maintenance team.
This role will initially be offered as a fixed-term contract to support the implementation and ongoing success of the Global Talent Program at Dinmore, with potential for future opportunities based on business requirements and performance.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical support to maintenance trades teams
Assist with fault finding and problem-solving on production equipment
Support equipment reliability and preventative maintenance programs
Work closely with Maintenance Supervisors and production teams to minimise downtime
Translate and interpret technical, safety, and operational information between English and Spanish speakers
Support the onboarding and integration of Spanish-speaking employees




Assist in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities
Support maintenance planning and scheduling activities
Ensure compliance with site safety, quality, and food safety standards
About You
Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Fitting & Turning, or a related trade
Fluent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish
Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, food processing, or heavy industry environments
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively across multiple teams and cultures
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Intermediate computer skills and the ability to learn maintenance systems
Why Join JBS?
All uniforms and PPE provided
Heavily discounted premium JBS meat products through our onsite butcher shop
Long-term technical training and career development opportunities with a global organisation
Regular team-building events, including BBQs and employee milestone celebrations
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates, including support with transport, flights or short-term accommodation
Access to heavily discounted corporate and casual apparel from major brands including R.M. Williams and Ariat
Corporate discounts with Australian Super, Bupa and Medibank Private Health Insurance
Exclusive discounts with AVIS Australia car hire, CommBank and Dell Technologies, Specsavers and Telstra
Significant discounts on adventure experiences through Adrenaline
Retail discounts via The Ambassador Card – Australia's premier member benefits program
JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. The JBS Dinmore Processing Plant is the largest beef facility in the southern hemisphere. Located near Ipswich, in southeast Queensland, the facility has a daily production ability of 3,400 cattle and employs approximately 2,500 people.
JBS Australia is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.
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📌 Technical Support Tradesperson (Queensland)
🏢 JBS
📍 Queensland