Waringa Distribution is a rapidly growing importer and distributor of premium agricultural equipment throughout Australia and NZ. We are now seeking a senior Technician to help us develop and enhance products with OEMs to suit the Australian market
* Senior role within a fast-growing agri-business
* Excellent team culture
* Attractive remuneration and benefits
Waringa Distribution is part of the Waringa Group, a fast-growing, diversified agri-business with farming, aviation and distribution operations. The Senior Mechanical Engineering Technician will support our growth from the East Coast by enhancing our technical expertise and communications with our Canadian and European OEMs.
Our ideal candidate will have strong experience and understanding of 'how things work' across a range of ag equipment and machinery, backed by a practical trade / technical qualification. Your responsibilities will include:
* Work on development and enhancement of new equipment designs in terms of fit to Australian conditions
* Communicate to OEM's by detailed drawings and designs of improvements to ensure engineering modifications are implemented correctly
* Manage ongoing communication with OEMs to coordinate technical feedback and hold teams accountable to timeframes and commitments
* Install modified components to ensure operational efficiency
* Arrange demo's, trials and field days to test products and provide feedback to OEM's and our Product Support team
* Manage field tests and analyse data to assist with research for the OEM's
* Provide technical product training (including videos / online content) to our dealers, product support team and direct customers
* Supervise inspection and maintenance of machines to ensure they meet OEM specifications
* Assist the Product Support team as required – including troubleshooting (especially newer products), attending farmer field days, etc.
* Help MD and GM assess the suitability of new product opportunities, including technical and cost / benefit analysis
* Assist with articulating and presenting Warranty claims as required.
You will demonstrate sound technical acumen, good organisation skills and excellent communication skills. The ability to converse in French and German is highly desirable given the background of our European OEMs.
To find out more, please contact Sam Abbott (General Manager) –