Woodlands Enterprises is a well-established, vertically integrated agribusiness operating across feed milling, farming, hatchery and processing operations throughout Queensland. With over a century of history, we are built on reliability, long-term thinking and strong operational partnerships.
We are seeking a Mechanic – Leading Hand to support our Mechanical Workshop Manager and play a key leadership role in maintaining the reliability and performance of our mechanical plant, vehicles and equipment.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced mechanic ready to step into operational oversight and take the next step in their career.
About the Role
As the Leading Hand, you will:
* Provide day-to-day operational leadership on the workshop floor
* Support and coordinate mechanics to ensure jobs are prioritised and completed efficiently
* Carry out inspections, servicing, fault diagnosis and repairs across a broad range of plant and equipment
* Monitor job progress and escalate issues impacting safety, timelines or quality
* Prepare job estimates and coordinate parts and consumables when required
* Mentor apprentices and semi-skilled personnel
* Participate in breakdown and on-call support rosters
* Maintain a safe, compliant and organised workshop environment
* Step into the Mechanical Workshop Manager role during periods of absence
You will act as a key link between mechanics, operations and management to minimise downtime and support business continuity.
About You
You will bring:
* Trade-qualified Mechanical qualification (essential)
* Strong mechanical experience, including supervisory or team leadership exposure
* Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Competence in Microsoft Office
* A practical, commercially focused mindset
* Commitment to safety and WHS compliance
You are a confident communicator, capable of guiding others while maintaining high technical standards. You work well under pressure, take pride in quality workmanship, and lead by example.
Why Join Woodlands?
* Stable, long-term employment with a respected Queensland business
* Leadership opportunity with clear responsibility
* Supportive, team-oriented workshop environment
* Opportunity to step into senior operational oversight
* Diverse mechanical work across fleet, plant and equipment
If you're ready to take the next step in your mechanical career and want to be part of a business that values reliability, safety and operational excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Now
If you meet the above criteria, please forward a cover letter along with your resume (including your details, previous experience, current referees and copies of qualifications) to: ************@woodlandsfeed.com.au or via SEEK.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a PredictFit online assessment. This assessment assists Woodlands in determining a candidate's capacity to safely perform the inherent physical requirements of the role and supports our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in line with our Work Health and Safety obligations.
At Woodlands Enterprises, we're committed to your success and well-being. For bio-security reasons, we are unable to consider candidates who keep any avian species at home (e.g., birds, chickens, ducks, etc.).
Please note: only successful applicants will be contacted. Overseas applicants will not be considered.