Hands-on mechanical role with a growing Emerald contractor — local work, great variety, and a salary package that actually helps you get ahead.
Excellent role for someone local to Emerald or looking to settle in Central QLD's Ag industry.
Trade qualifications are not essential.
Excellent salary package including rent assistance.
Our client is a well-established and fast-growing contracting business based at Emerald, in the heart of Central Queensland's agricultural and resources hub. Over the past 10 years, Emerald has experienced strong growth driven by agriculture, infrastructure, and lifestyle appeal. With great schools, sporting facilities, services, and affordable living, Emerald is widely regarded as one of the best long-term locations in Central QLD to build both a career and a life. This role is based at the Emerald workshop, with all work conducted locally — meaning you'll be home every night. The successful candidate will report directly to the Company Owner and play a key role in keeping a diverse fleet operating safely and efficiently. The position suits a practical, mechanically minded person who enjoys variety and responsibility.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
Manage and carry out maintenance plans across a diverse fleet of agricultural and earthmoving equipment.
Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and breakdown repairs.
Attend local job sites when required for repairs (all within driving distance of Emerald).
Occasional machinery operation as needed, though the role is primarily workshop-based.
Selection Criteria:
Mechanical, boiler making, or auto-electrical skills and experience.
Trade qualification highly regarded but not essential.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of maintenance outcomes.
Strong safety awareness and a practical, problem-solving mindset.
Additional Particulars:
Local work only — no long-distance travel or away work.
Rent assistance provided (paid on top of wages; accommodation not supplied).
Negotiable remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
Exposure to a wide range of modern machinery including ag, earthmoving, and transport equipment.
Applications will be considered as they are received.
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers). Nor does our client offer sponsorship for overseas jobseekers.