Job Description

The primary role of the Maintenance Officer – is to assist the farm management team in the day-to-day operations on the farm ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations

Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance
• Perform general farm duties that assist in the daily operation of the farms
• Delivery of fuel, parts and consumables to the farms
• Maintenance on ProTen farms in the region
• Perform specific tasks under instruction of the farm management and as directed from time to time by the production manager or regional operations manager
• Farms are to be maintained to high standards at all times.
• Ensure all plant and equipment is operational, repaired and maintained in good condition at all times.
• Communicated regularly with farm management staff, both individually and as a group to ensure good working relationships are maintained concerning maintenance issues on farm.
• Maintain maintenance history of all plant and equipment as required
• Monitor the use of spare parts inventories, ensure sufficient stock is available to carry out all break downs and ongoing maintenance
• Carry out monthly stocktake on parts
• Work with farm mangers to ensure that their farm R&M costs are within budget
• Keep accurate inventory of all trade tools
• Ensure all tools and maintenance equipment are kept in good condition at all times
• Review ProTens equipment and maintenance SOP’s and recommend any changes that may deem relevant.
• Initiate and carry out progress improvement projects that improve efficiency and reduce operational costs
• Ensure bio security procedures are adhered to and in line with ProTens bio security manual
• Ensure all work undertaken is carried with high regard to animal welfare procedures at all times.

About ProTen

ProTen is Australia's largest corporate meat chicken grower, setting the standard in broiler farm operations and development. With over 720 poultry sheds across 62+ broiler farms strategically located in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, and Queensland, ProTen is at the forefront of the industry. Our farms have the capacity to produce over 174 million broiler chickens annually, contributing approximately 25% of Australia's total broiler chicken production.

At ProTen, we are driven by a simple but powerful mission - "We grow the chickens”. Our role is much more than just producing food—it's about contributing to the health and well-being of every Australian. We are dedicated to helping our customers ensure that all Australians have access to an affordable, sustainable, healthy, and complete diet.

This mission is something we take to heart, and it's why we are committed to caring for our people, our communities, our animals, and the land we work on. It’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Which is underpinned by our core values of “Teamwork, Professional, Communication, Caring and Curious”

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a maintenance role, preferably within the agriculture, fishing, or forestry sectors.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Relevant trade qualifications or certifications in maintenance or engineering are advantageous.

About You

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with an ability to build and sustain networks and establish positive working relationships with all levels of management and staff.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgement often using conflict resolution skills to negotiate outcomes.
• Ability to effectively plan and manage own workload, set priorities and objectives and deliver on defined timeframes despite conflicting demands.
• Ability to analyse data and provide clear and concise reports, maintaining a high level of accuracy and service.
• Ability to adopt a flexible and responsive approach to achieving outcomes.
• Highly motivated, professional, and self-disciplined (with ability to operate with general direction and supervision).
• Possess a high level of personal integrity, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a team environment to resolve problems or improve systems

What We Offer

• Competitive a highly attractive remuneration package based on skills, and experience, including - generous performance-based incentives and plus superannuation
• Opportunities for career progression as our operations continue to expand.
• A supportive workplace culture focused on your professional development.
• Equal opportunities regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or life stage.

We’re looking for someone passionate, open-minded, and driven to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.

Important Information: Due to strict quarantine requirements, we cannot accept applications from individuals who:

• Regularly come into contact with pigs or birds, including those kept at your residence.
• Live with someone who works in other poultry or pig operations.

How to Apply

• If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, APPLY NOW!
• For more information about ProTen and what we do, visit our website: www.ProTen.com.au
• Take the next step in your career and join an industry leader!