An exciting management opportunity to join an iconic and innovative Australian agribusiness during a time of business growth.15th April, 2025Cobram Estate Olives (CBO) is searching for a Maintenance Manager to join the team in Boundary Bend.The role will work closely with the management team and fellow maintenance team members to organise, monitor, and carry out the preventative and reactive maintenance of a large variety of horticultural equipment such as the Colossus Olive Harvesters, including a fleet of utes, mules, tractors, and various implements.The RoleThe role will be based at Cobram Estate’s Olive Grove in Boundary Bend, Victoria, and report to the Grove Manager.Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):Managing the preventative & reactive (breakdown) maintenance requirements for the plant and equipment across the Boundary Bend and Wemen Groves.Maintaining accurate records of all service, maintenance, and repair work performed on each piece of equipment and machinery.Maintaining stock of required parts & supplies to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiencies of maintenance whilst managing budgetary spend in conjunction with the Grove Manager.Supporting the maintenance team in their work and development.Regularly inspecting, scheduling, and performing routine maintenance on tractors, harvesters, and other farm equipment to ensure they are in proper working condition.Coordinating the installation and commissioning of all new plant equipment in consultation with management.Building effective relationships with key personnel in the division to meet all requirements regarding plant and equipment across the groves.Ensuring all farm & workshop equipment meet safety standards and regulations, providing proper training for workshop equipment.Developing a program for the progressive upgrade of all current systems within the workshop.Suitable for individuals with previous experience in engineering, maintenance, mining operations, trades & services, engineering, construction, or farming.Skills & ExperienceThe role is ideal for someone eager to develop management skills while remaining hands-on. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and willingness to perform a variety of duties, with the following experience and attributes:Previous experience in a similar role.Experience in a leadership or management position.Qualification in a maintenance discipline.Experience working onsite at a farm or in a rural area preferred but not essential.Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and communicate with diverse groups.Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to build teams, collaborate, and develop good stakeholder relationships.A self-starter with initiative, efficiency, and independence.Ability to travel to different work sites as required.Employee PerksOn-site accommodation (utilities included), laptop, and mobile phone.Twice yearly product allocation for you and your family/friends.Birthday leave on top of annual and personal leave entitlements.Flexible work hours outside of harvest periods to support work/life balance.The Company & ValuesCobram Estate Olives is Australia’s largest producer and marketer of premium quality extra virgin olive oil, with operations in Australia and the USA, and export customers in 18 countries. We own over 2.4 million olive trees across 6,584 hectares in Victoria, along with a large olive tree nursery, olive mills, an olive oil bottling facility, storage, and the Modern Olives laboratory.Our core values—Honesty, Passion, and Humility—guide our actions and decisions, underpinning our growth and success as an employer and industry leader.How to ApplyPlease submit your CV and a brief cover letter addressing:Your background, interests, and qualifications that make you suitable for this role.Any unique experience or qualities you would bring to the CBO team.Note: We cannot accept telephone applications. Please apply through SEEK. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Personal information will be kept confidential. A police screening check is required. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
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