Mechanic at Louis Dreyfus Company, Wee Waa

Mechanic at Louis Dreyfus Company in Wee Waa. Full-time. Est. up to $80k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic to join our team in Wee Waa, NSW. In this role, you will provide high‑quality mechanical maintenance across all LDC Cotton Ltd mobile plant and vehicles. This includes carrying out repairs, managing on‑call breakdowns, supporting engineering projects, and ensuring all work meets company standards and Australian compliance requirements. You will maintain a strong focus on workmanship, safety, and continuous improvement, while working within all LDC Cotton policies and procedures and contributing to business goals.
Key responsibilities will be but not limited to:

• Perform mechanical repairs to a high standard.
• Complete Work Orders within R&M systems.
• Support continuous improvement and change‑management processes.
• Ensure all work complies with Australian Standards.
• Travel to remote sites as required.
• Promote and uphold Namoi values: Safety, Teamwork, Excellence, Integrity.
• Mentor apprentices and support team capability.

Essential skills and experience:

• Strong mechanical knowledge of mobile plant and control systems.
• Hydraulics experience.
• Strong communication and safety mindset.
• Experience in an engineering or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated safety leadership.
• Ability to identify and manage risks in a ginning facility.
• Strong compliance and reporting capability.
• Honest, reliable, adaptable, and safety‑focused.
• Works well under pressure and in a team.
• Able to work independently and mentor others.
• Physically capable for industrial conditions.

• Mechanical / Heavy Vehicle trade qualification.
• Cert IV Mechanical Engineering.
• First Aid.

Perks and Benefits - Why Join Us? Your Benefits at a Glance

• Novated Car leasing
• Long Service Awards
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Accommodation Support
• Referral Bonuses
• Annual Flu Shots
• Generous L&D Resources
• Income Protection
• Discounted private Health Insurance
• Salary Sacrifice

To apply for the position:
If you're interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Louis Dreyfus Company, please click 'APPLY NOW' to forward an up-to-date copy of your Resume.
In accordance with Louis Dreyfus Company Australia's policies, you are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment medical. We commit to providing a safe workplace for our employees and customers.

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us