Your Employer
Our client has been pivotal in the Australian cotton through their involvement and contribution locally, but also through supplying premium cotton to the world’s textile markets. Their reputation as a leading cotton corporation has remained true for decades. From cotton ginning, marketing through to warehousing and exporting, our client is trusted by farmers and customers across Australia to produce and supply superior and consistent quality cotton.
Your Role
Our client is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Engineering Technician or Maintenance Fitter to join their busy Cotton Ginning operations located in Moura and Dalby, QLD. During the season, working on a shift roster, you will be involved in all aspects of ginning operations, including monitoring production, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues to improve Gin productivity. You will also be doing the preventative maintenance on Gin machinery and equipment.
You will be responsible for (but not be limited to):
Performing Gin checks with the specifications and machines settings, to make sure the cotton gin running at optimal levels.
Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns of ginning equipment promptly to ensure downtime is minimised.
Monitoring downtime statistics and troubleshoot problems.
Carrying out necessary repairs and maintenance per the agreed schedule.
Changing or fitting hydraulic hoses.
Review parts inventory.
Help to maintain good plant hygiene and support general maintenance activities.
Ensure safe systems of work and adhere to the company’s safety management system.
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to prove the following:
Mechanical trade qualification and certificate.
Minimum 2 years relevant work experience, ideally in cotton ginning.
Previous maintenance and mechanical experience.
Exposure to managing a diverse team or shift in remote or isolated environment.
Reasonable computer skills, high levels of literacy to understand safety instructions and good communication skills to work effectively as part of a team.
Understanding of hydraulic system.
Knowledge of Australia’s work Health and Safety requirements is ideal.
Fitness to be able to manage long shifts during the season.
Great work ethic, eager to learn and able to think on your feet to troubleshoot.
Respectful and able to interact with people from diverse cultures.
Valid driver license.
For the right candidate, the annual salary package of
$73,150 - $80,000 + super is on offer.
Choose Agri Talent
Agri Talent provides permanent recruitment and executive search services exclusively for Australian and NZ agribusinesses. We combine a proven, process-driven approach with the most extensive digital network in agriculture to find your permanent people.
Our client has been pivotal in the Australian cotton through their involvement and contribution locally, but also through supplying premium cotton to the world’s textile markets. Their reputation as a leading cotton corporation has remained true for decades. From cotton ginning, marketing through to warehousing and exporting, our client is trusted by farmers and customers across Australia to produce and supply superior and consistent quality cotton.
Your Role
Our client is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Engineering Technician or Maintenance Fitter to join their busy Cotton Ginning operations located in Moura and Dalby, QLD. During the season, working on a shift roster, you will be involved in all aspects of ginning operations, including monitoring production, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues to improve Gin productivity. You will also be doing the preventative maintenance on Gin machinery and equipment.
You will be responsible for (but not be limited to):
Performing Gin checks with the specifications and machines settings, to make sure the cotton gin running at optimal levels.
Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns of ginning equipment promptly to ensure downtime is minimised.
Monitoring downtime statistics and troubleshoot problems.
Carrying out necessary repairs and maintenance per the agreed schedule.
Changing or fitting hydraulic hoses.
Review parts inventory.
Help to maintain good plant hygiene and support general maintenance activities.
Ensure safe systems of work and adhere to the company’s safety management system.
About you
To be considered for this position, you will need to prove the following:
Mechanical trade qualification and certificate.
Minimum 2 years relevant work experience, ideally in cotton ginning.
Previous maintenance and mechanical experience.
Exposure to managing a diverse team or shift in remote or isolated environment.
Reasonable computer skills, high levels of literacy to understand safety instructions and good communication skills to work effectively as part of a team.
Understanding of hydraulic system.
Knowledge of Australia’s work Health and Safety requirements is ideal.
Fitness to be able to manage long shifts during the season.
Great work ethic, eager to learn and able to think on your feet to troubleshoot.
Respectful and able to interact with people from diverse cultures.
Valid driver license.
For the right candidate, the annual salary package of
$73,150 - $80,000 + super is on offer.
Choose Agri Talent
Agri Talent provides permanent recruitment and executive search services exclusively for Australian and NZ agribusinesses. We combine a proven, process-driven approach with the most extensive digital network in agriculture to find your permanent people.
