Set Up Techs - Light Vehicle Mechanics – Step Into Ag & Heavy Diesel

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Introduction:
Established in 1957 Emmetts are a leading multi-franchise agricultural equipment group and one of Australia’s largest John Deere dealers. With 15 branches covering the broad-acre, viticulture, horticulture and grounds care farming sectors of Victoria and South Australia we are highly regarded in the farming community and believe the key to our success is the people who work for us!

Our team has a genuine passion for developing integrated farming solutions that help the Australian farming industry be the best it can be. Join us in our purpose to keep farmers, farming!

Description:
Ready to take your Automotive Trade up a gear?

Are you an auto mechanic tired of doing the same tasks day in, day out? If you’re craving the chance to use your mechanical skills in a more varied, hands-on environment, we’re looking for qualified Light Vehicle Technicians to join our workshops and play a valuable role in helping farmers keep farming across your region.

Join Emmetts as a Set Up Tech and gain hands-on exposure to some of the most powerful agricultural machinery in the industry — John Deere. Build valuable heavy diesel experience with a supportive, down-to-earth team.

Three reasons to apply

Great Hourly Rates – up tp $38p/hr (dependant on experience)
Opportunity to grow from light vehicle into ag and heavy diesel
Varied work, not the same repetitive services all day long
Hands-on workshop variety with leading John Deere equipment
Supportive team, training and genuine career progression

About the role

We’re looking for a trade-qualified light vehicle mechanic who is keen to broaden their skills beyond automotive and step into the agricultural machinery industry.

You’ll support servicing, repairs, pre-delivery, machinery preparation and general workshop operations working alongside experienced Heavy Diesel technicians.

Assist with servicing, repairs, pre-delivery and preparation of agricultural machinery
Gain exposure to heavy diesel, hydraulics, electrical systems and John Deere equipment
Support machine demonstrations, customer deliveries and seasonal workshop requirements
Maintain accurate job records, tools, equipment and safe work practices
Contribute to a positive team culture and strong customer service experience

About you

Trade-qualified light vehicle mechanic, automotive technician or similar
Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in ag machinery or heavy diesel
Willingness to learn, ask questions and build new technical skills
Current driver’s licence; MR, HR or forklift licence highly regarded
Reliable, safety-conscious and customer focused
Full working rights in Australia

Apply now
If you’re ready to move from automotive into ag and heavy diesel, apply today and grow your career with Emmetts.