Maintenance Manager – (Euston / Bunigal Farm, near Robinvale)
Location: Robinvale, VIC
Salary: $80–90K + Super + Toyota HiLux + Short-Term Incentive Plan (10%)

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team across our 800 acre farm. This is a hands on, leadership focused role with a strong emphasis on mechanical expertise, safety, and operational excellence.

About the Farm

• 800 acre farm
• Previous Maintenance Manager held the role for 8–9 years, demonstrating strong mechanical, leadership, and safety skills.
• Structure: Maintenance Manager and Irrigation Manager report to the Farm Manager (who reports to the Regional Manager, then GM of Horticulture).
• Maintenance team includes 2 Trade Assistants, expanding to 5 during harvest season. Contractors also support operations.
• Centralised maintenance team located 20km from Robinvale, managing overall harvester equipment.

Role Purpose
Lead and undertake the maintenance of all machinery and equipment across the farm to ensure a safe, productive, and efficient operation. The role requires rapid problem solving during harvest to minimise downtime and maximise speed to market.

Key Responsibilities Operations & Maintenance

• Service, repair, and maintain machinery, plant, and vehicles following manuals, AUS standards, regulations, and company procedures.
• Maintain and file all service and repair records.
• Monitor equipment to schedule preventative maintenance and reduce downtime.
• Supervise, train, and lead a small team of Trade Assistants, expanding during harvest season.
• Ensure harvest machinery is serviced, maintained, and operational for peak performance.
• Manage tools, equipment, and stock levels to meet operational needs.
• Oversee contractors when required.

Assets to Maintain Include:

• Tractors
• Mechanical harvesters (shakers, sweepers, pickup machines)
• Sprayers, fertiliser spreaders
• ATVs / Utes
• Pruning and chainsaw equipment
• Trailers and bins

People & Culture

• Assist in leading, developing, and managing a high performance farm team.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, contractors, and external stakeholders.

Financial Management

• Assist the Farm Manager with managing the R&M budget, stock management, and optimising efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to SOPs, JSAs, SWMS, and all OHS procedures.
• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.
• Participate in safety training and emergency drills.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong mechanical background in agriculture or horticulture.
• Leadership experience managing small teams.
• Experienced with R&M budgets, stock management, and preventative maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, SOPs, and JSAs.
• Hands-on approach with ability to respond quickly during harvest.
• Driver’s license; ability to work on-site during harvest and beyond.

If you are interested in this role please call Joe Keogh at Blackbook Executive on 0423 911 540 or apply to this advert