Station Mechanic | Charters Towers | North QLD

Job Description

Camm Agricultural Group is seeking a motivated and reliable full-time Station Mechanic to join our North Qld aggregation. This role is responsible for the servicing, maintenance, repair, and safe operation of all station vehicles, plant, machinery, and mechanical equipment.

 Working in a remote cattle station environment, the role is critical to ensuring operational reliability across livestock, infrastructure, and property maintenance activities. The position requires a high level of self-motivation, problem-solving ability.

Property Type

Cattle Station/ Conservation

Property Description

Our North Queensland Aggregation, comprising of Natal Downs & Longton Stations (390,600Ha in total), is made up of breeder and backgrounder country with ongoing farming development. This is the grass raised cattle powerhouse of Camm Agricultural Group & is currently carrying 32,600head.

Start Date

Immediate Start

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

Mechanical Maintenance

  • Perform scheduled servicing & preventative maintenance on all station vehicles, plant, & equipment.

  • Diagnose faults & conduct repairs, rebuilds, & overhauls on engines, transmissions, & driveline components.

  • Maintain service records and equipment maintenance schedules.

  • Respond promptly to breakdowns in workshop and field environments.

  • Maintain generators, pumps, water infrastructure, and associated equipment.

Workshop Management

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workshop.

  • Order parts, consumables, and workshop supplies as required.

  • Ensure tools and workshop equipment are maintained and serviceable.

Job Requirements

Essential

  • Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Agricultural Mechanic, or equivalent.

  • Demonstrated experience maintaining heavy diesel equipment, 4WD vehicles, trucks, and agricultural machinery.

  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.

  • Current unrestricted driver's licence.

  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

  • Strong organisational and communication skills.

Desirable

  • Welding and fabrication experience.

  • Experience working on cattle stations, farms, or remote operations.

  • Auto-electrical experience.

  • HR or MC truck licence.

  • Experience with bore systems, pumps, and water infrastructure.

  • Machinery operation tickets (loader, excavator, grader, forklift, etc.).

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work outdoors in hot and remote conditions.

  • Ability to lift heavy components and equipment.

  • Capacity to undertake physically demanding tasks including bending, climbing, kneeling, and manual handling.

Job Benefits

  • Competitive full-time remuneration package with flexible roster.

  • Accommodation & food provided.

  • Opportunity to work on a well-managed and progressive cattle operation.

  • Supportive team environment and long-term career opportunities.

Application Details

Ready to join the team?

For any enquiries, please contact our recruitment team on 0429 045 834 or apply now with your resume (please include contactable references as these will be checked), we’d love to hear from you!

Get to know a little more about us at www.cammgroup.com.au

PLEASE NOTE:

  • These are permanent positions and NOT open to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.

  • Applicants without the required skills and experience listed in the ad may not be considered.

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