Job Description

Trades Assistant – Maintenance

About Pace

At Pace Farm, we’re proud of our strong family values that have guided us since the 1970s. From humble beginnings, we've grown into one of Australia’s largest egg producers, delivering the freshest, tastiest eggs nationwide. As Australia’s leading supplier of farm-fresh eggs and egg products, we’re committed to quality, innovation and continuous improvement. With exciting growth and expansion ahead, now is a great time to join the Pace Farm team and build your career with us!

About the Role

We are looking for a full-time Trades Assistant to join our Maintenance team at our state-of-the-art grading facility in Euroa.

Working alongside our experienced Maintenance Fitters, you’ll provide hands-on support with preventative and reactive maintenance, equipment repairs and general maintenance across our automated production and grading equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is mechanically minded, enjoys practical work and is looking to build a career in maintenance. We’re looking to develop and support the right candidate, with the opportunity to step into a Mature Age Apprenticeship and work towards becoming a qualified Maintenance Fitter.

The Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting Maintenance Fitters with preventative and reactive maintenance
• Supporting equipment breakdowns, repairs and general maintenance activities
• Assisting with the maintenance of plant and production equipment
• Helping maintain conveyors, chains, belts, rollers, pumps, compressors and other machinery
• Assisting with basic mechanical repairs and component replacements under supervision
• Assisting with equipment inspections, routine servicing and fault finding
• Carrying, organising and managing tools, spare parts and maintenance materials
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop and maintenance area
• Assisting with spare parts, stock management and maintenance documentation
• Following all workplace health and safety requirements, including PPE, lockout/tagout procedures and continuous improvement initiative

About You

Are you already working in maintenance or mechanical work but don’t yet have a formal trade qualification? If so, then this might be the role for you.

If you’re hands-on, mechanically minded and have practical experience working with machinery and maintenance, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career. Build on your existing experience while working towards a recognised trade qualification and developing a long-term career with Pace Farm. Apply now!

What We're Looking For

• Previous hands-on experience in maintenance, mechanical work or a similar industrial environment, with a desire to turn your practical experience into a recognised trade qualification
• Strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in machinery and maintenance
• Experience using hand and power tools
• A willingness to learn from experienced Maintenance Fitters
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision
• Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, motivated and enthusiastic attitude
• A willingness to build a long-term career in maintenance, including undertaking a Mature Age Apprenticeship and working towards a recognised trade qualification

Why Join Pace Farm?

• Work alongside experienced Maintenance Fitters and industry professionals
• Gain valuable hands-on mechanical and maintenance experience
• Access ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities
• Potential pathway towards a Mature Age Apprenticeship for the right candidate – reword this
• Join a collaborative and supportive team within a growing Australian business – leading ag business

To find out more about us, visit https://www.pacefarm.com

Interested?

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please hit apply now and submit your resume, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Pace Farm acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age background, feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.