Maintenance Hand

About Us

JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. We have a strong portfolio of leading and renowned beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added branded products, such as AMH, Swift, Primo, Murray Valley and Huon.

Strategically located on the Liverpool Plains of NSW, one hour west of Tamworth, JBS Australia’s Caroona Feedlot employs approximately 35 people and includes a dryland and irrigation farming operation. With a licensed capacity of 28,000 head, access to an extensive network of quality cattle and ideally placed between the Riverina & Beef City plants, Caroona is a vital asset in the supply of grain fed cattle for both the JBS Queensland and New South Wales based processing facilities. The farm supplies the grain, silage and hay required for the cattle in the feedlot.

About the Role

The JBS Caroona Feedlot is currently recruiting an experienced Maintenance Hand to join the team in a full-time capacity. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be required to perform tasks such as preventative maintenance, general repairs and cleaning. You will be responsible for executing planned and unplanned works to our mobile equipment, fixed plant (Mill) and cattle pens (fences, gates). This role is best suited to someone who is motivated, reliable, has good safety awareness and great communication skills. 

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Performing repair works including water troughs, railing and cabling in cattle yards
• Undertaking routine preventative maintenance e.g. greasing
• Testing and fault-finding
• Operating heavy machinery
• Performing cleaning activities such as washing down equipment and facilities
• Checking equipment and assets for defects
• Using welding equipment, hand and electrical tools
• Ability to read manuals and drawings
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills

About You

• Welding trade or demonstrated welding experience
• Experience with operating heavy machinery
• Fit and able to undertake physical work
• Ability to read manuals and drawings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Eager to learn and further develop maintenance skills
• Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team environment
• Ability to follow work orders and schedules
• Ability to prioritise and perform corrective and preventative maintenance activities
• Ability to follow and ensure compliance with JBS Work Health and Safety policies and procedures

Why work for JBS Australia?

• Retail discounts with national partners
• Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank Private
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Interested? APPLY NOW!