Founded in 2020, Groenewald Agri is a dynamic family-operated fruit farming business producing high-quality apples and pears for export to over 40 international markets. Situated between Villiersdorp and Riviersonderend in the Western Cape’s prime fruit-growing region, the company has grown from one farm to five productive units. With continued expansion and a strong focus on orchard performance and quality standards, Groenewald Agri is looking to appoint a Farm Maintenance Technician to strengthen the workshop team.

The incumbent assists with workshop operations while actively participating in repair and maintenance work across various sites / farms as required. This role includes repair and maintenance tasks while managing inventory and equipment maintaining smooth workflow within the workshop.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs on vehicles, equipment and infrastructure as assigned

• Diagnose mechanical faults accurately and report findings, required parts and estimated repair time

• Complete all tasks efficiently and within set deadlines, following workshop priorities

• Follow job cards precisely, ensuring all work performed, parts used and time spent are accurately recorded

• Report progress, delays or additional issues to the workshop manager promptly

• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to minimize breakdowns

• Ensure all repairs meet quality and safety standards before handing equipment back into operation

• Use tools and equipment correctly and safely, ensuring proper care and storage after use

• Report damaged, faulty or missing tools and equipment

• Assist in maintaining workshop cleanliness, organisation and safety standards

• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies

• Support stock control by notifying the manager of required parts and low stock levels

• Assist with receiving and checking parts or materials when needed

• Work collaboratively with other team members to complete tasks efficiently

• Be available to respond to urgent or breakdown repairs when required

• Continuously improve skills and stay up-to-date with mechanical best practices and training opportunities

Requirements:

• 1–2 years’ experience in a workshop or technical environment

• Minimum education: Grade 10 (higher qualifications beneficial)

• Relevant technical qualification or trade certification (advantageous)

• Strong knowledge of mechanical repairs, maintenance and vehicle servicing

• Solid understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems

• Knowledge of workshop equipment, machinery and parts management

• Agricultural sector experience (advantageous)

• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding ability

• Good planning, organisation and time management skills

• Ability to train, mentor and develop staff

• Solution-oriented and practical approach to challenges

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Willingness to learn and continuously improve

• Adaptable and able to handle changing demands

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Supportive, approachable and team-oriented