Apprentice Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic

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 Apprentice Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic to join our team in Wee Waa, NSW. In this role, you will be trained to 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.

Industry specific and on-the-job training is provided which will result in formal qualifications along with the opportunity to further develop your skills after the apprenticeship has been completed. 

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 LDC values: Safety, Teamwork, Excellence, Integrity.
• Supporting team capability.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and awareness of health and safety risks in industrial environments
• Genuine interest in developing a career as a qualified heavy diesel plant mechanic
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to safely use hand tools
• Willingness to learn and work within a team environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude and eagerness to take on new challenges

Desirable Skills

• Basic understanding of ginning or agricultural processing machinery (advantageous but not essential)
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in gaining your trade qualifications.

Education & Qualifications

• School Certificate / High School Certificate with solid grades in Mathematics Valid driver’s licence (or willingness to obtain one)

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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. 

Please note that you must be an Australian Citizen or have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.

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