Leading Hand Diesel Mechanic

Leading Hand Diesel Mechanic

Bundaberg | Full-Time Role | Year-Round Macadamia Farming

Are you a skilled Diesel Mechanic looking for a leadership opportunity, variety, and long-term stability in a growing industry? Macadamia Farm Management is seeking a Leading Hand Diesel Mechanic to join our workshop team supporting one of Australia’s leading macadamia farming operations near Bundaberg.

This is a full-time role based just 15 minutes from Bundaberg — perfect for a hands-on mechanic ready to take the next step in their career.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership & Progression: Step into a Leading Hand role with opportunities to mentor juniors, lead workshop tasks, and grow into more senior responsibilities
• Work just 15 minutes from Bundaberg – coastal lifestyle, affordable housing, no commuting stress
• Secure, year‑round work in a growing macadamia industry
• Family‑friendly hours and a supportive, down‑to‑earth team culture
• Varied and interesting mechanical work with real impact across farm operations
• Exposure to a wide range of agricultural and orchard machinery
• Long‑term job security with opportunities to grow your skills and career

About the Role

You will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving machinery used across our macadamia orchards, either in the workshop or out on farm.

Key responsibilities include:

• Servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on tractors, trucks, farm machinery, and small engines
• Hydraulic system troubleshooting and repairs
• Preventative maintenance programs
• Breakdown response and field service work across farms
• Ensuring machinery is safe, compliant, and operational during peak harvest periods
• Guiding and supporting other team members on technical tasks

About You

• Trade‑qualified Diesel Mechanic
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and pride in your workmanship
• Ability to diagnose and solve problems independently
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Able to work collaboratively across multiple farm sites
• Current driver’s licence
• Experience in agriculture, heavy machinery, or outdoor environments is highly regarded

How to Apply

Please answer our short screening questions and upload your resume.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!