Experienced Agricultural Diesel Mechanic

Experienced Agricultural Diesel Mechanic
Great Southern Region, Western Australia

MUST BE FLUENT IN ENGLISH

MAY TAKE OVER 482 VISA FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE

About the Opportunity
A well-established agricultural dealership business in the beautiful Great Southern region of Western Australia is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Diesel Mechanic specialising in agricultural machinery. This is a permanent full-time role supporting large-scale cropping, livestock, and mixed farming operations. Join a tight-knit team where your expertise keeps tractors, headers, sprayers, trucks, and other heavy plant running reliably during critical seasons.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, service, and maintain a wide range of heavy diesel agricultural equipment (John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Claas, tractors, combines, air seeders, sprayers, etc.)

• Perform scheduled maintenance, breakdowns, and field repairs to minimise downtime during peak planting and harvest periods

• Work on engines, transmissions, hydraulics, drivelines, electrical systems, and precision ag components

• Fabricate and modify parts as required using workshop tools and equipment

• Conduct diagnostics using modern scan tools and maintain accurate service records

• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, quality requirements, and environmental regulations

• Participate in on-call rosters during busy seasons (with overtime compensation)

About You

• Trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic (Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent) – essential

• Minimum 5+ years post-trade experience, with strong background in agricultural / farming machinery (essential – broadacre cropping or livestock equipment preferred)

• Proven ability to work independently in field and workshop environments

• Excellent fault-finding skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance

• Physically fit, reliable, and able to work in rural conditions (dust, weather, seasonal hours)

• Current Australian driver's licence (HR preferred)

• Full working rights in Australia required (Australian citizen, permanent resident, or valid visa allowing unrestricted work)

• Employer open to sponsoring a 482 visa (TSS) for the right overseas candidate with exceptional skills and experience in agricultural diesel mechanics – must meet skills assessment and English requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package: $100,000 – $110,000 base plus overtime per year base (depending on experience), plus obonuses, and allowances

• Potential total package up to $120,000 – $135,000 including overtime during harvest/planting seasons

• Permanent full-time position with a stable, family-oriented employer in essential industry

• Accommodation provided for the first 6 months

• Salary review after 6 months

• Tools of trade, work vehicle / UTE provided, mobile phone allowance

• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship support (including 482 pathway) for suitable candidates

• Opportunity to live and work in one of WA's most scenic and lifestyle-friendly regions – affordable housing, great schools, outdoor activities, and community spirit

• Ongoing training and development in modern agricultural technology

If you're an experienced ag diesel tradie who enjoys the challenges of seasonal farming life and wants long-term security in regional Western Australia, this could be the perfect move!