About Select Harvests Limited

Select Harvests is one of Australia's largest almond growers and a leading agribusiness, dedicated to the sustainable production, processing, sales and marketing of high-quality almonds. With over 9,000 hectares of almond orchards across the country, we are committed to maintaining excellence in both farming and environmental management.

Our vertically integrated business model allows us to control the entire supply chain, from growing and harvesting to processing and exporting almonds to global markets. We take pride in our innovative farming techniques, commitment to sustainability, and focus on producing premium, healthy food products. Select Harvests is driven by its core values of safety, quality, teamwork, and sustainability, ensuring that our operations not only meet but exceed industry standards.

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on and motivated Maintenance 2IC to support orchard maintenance operations within our Almond Division. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will assist in maintaining machinery, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient orchard operations. This role works closely with farm, irrigation, and maintenance teams and is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, problem solving, and working in a fast-paced agricultural environment.

What you'll do

• Assist with servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance across orchard machinery, plant, and equipment
• Support the Maintenance Manager in coordinating day-to-day maintenance activities
• Ensure machinery and equipment are operating safely and efficiently to minimise downtime
• Monitor equipment performance and identify preventative maintenance requirements
• Maintain accurate service and repair records
• Assist with supervising, training, and supporting maintenance and operational staff
• Ensure machinery operators are completing daily equipment checklists
• Report and action unsafe machinery, equipment, or infrastructure issues
• Support harvest operations by ensuring harvest equipment is maintained and operating at peak performance
• Promote and uphold workplace health, safety, and environmental standards across the site

What we're looking for

• Experience in maintenance, mechanical, agricultural, or trade assistant roles
• Relevant trade qualification preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices
• Current driver’s licence
• Experience working within agriculture, horticulture, or heavy equipment environments will be highly regarded

What we offer

At Select Harvests, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. We are offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Our focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing ensures that our team members can thrive both in and out of the workplace.