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 in office 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 protected, effective 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 Forbes (Australia)
🏢 Kenny's Creek Angus
📍 Australia