Our client is part of an established international group with significant interests in agricultural production and related activities. The business operates large scale farming and processing facilities, supplying agricultural products to markets worldwide. Its operations are supported by modern machinery, established production systems and an ongoing focus on operational efficiency, product quality and sustainable agricultural practices.

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Workshop / Maintenance Manager to take responsibility for the maintenance and reliability of agricultural machinery, workshop operations and associated processing equipment.

Reporting to the Farm Manager, the role carries responsibility for daily workshop performance, preventive and breakdown maintenance, spare parts management, maintenance costs and the leadership of technical personnel.

The successful candidate must be technically credible, comfortable working directly with mechanics and capable of establishing clear standards, accountability and discipline within a remote agricultural operation.

Responsibilities

Workshop Operations and Maintenance

- Manage the daily operations of the workshop, ensuring effective scheduling, job allocation and completion of maintenance activities.
- Oversee the maintenance, servicing and repair of tractors, agricultural machinery, harvesting equipment and associated farm assets.
- Manage maintenance requirements for farming operations and dehydration plant equipment.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programmes to improve machinery reliability and minimise unplanned downtime.
- Coordinate breakdown repairs,



troubleshooting and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment availability during critical production periods.
- Conduct regular machinery and facility inspections to identify developing technical problems.
- Ensure maintenance activities are scheduled around operational and production requirements.
- Provide hands‑on technical support when required, including diagnosing mechanical problems and supporting complex repairs.
- Identify requirements for external technical support and coordinate specialist repairs where necessary.

Team Leadership and Workshop Standards

- Lead, supervise and develop workshop personnel, including six direct reports: two Unit Managers and four Supervisors.
- Allocate labour and resources according to maintenance priorities and operational requirements.
- Establish clear expectations for workmanship, productivity, workshop discipline and accountability.
- Monitor individual and team performance, addressing poor standards or conduct when necessary.
- Train and mentor technical personnel to strengthen mechanical capability and improve maintenance practices.
- Maintain effective communication with farm operations, plant management and other departments regarding maintenance priorities and equipment availability.
- Report maintenance progress, resource constraints and operational concerns to the Farm Manager.

Spare Parts, Inventory and Cost Control





- Manage workshop stores, spare parts inventories, consumables and maintenance supplies.
- Ensure critical spare parts are available to minimise equipment downtime.
- Coordinate purchasing requirements and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and external service providers.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, machinery service histories, repair documentation and parts usage records.
- Contribute to annual maintenance budgets and monitor expenditure against agreed targets.
- Control maintenance costs, labour utilisation and consumable usage without compromising equipment reliability.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure appropriate storage and stock control procedures.

Health, Safety and Operational Compliance

- Ensure workshop activities comply with company health and safety procedures.
- Maintain a safe and organised working environment for mechanics, operators and other personnel.
- Identify workshop hazards and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Ensure maintenance personnel receive appropriate safety training and follow established working procedures.
- Promote consistent standards of equipment care, workshop housekeeping and safe working practices.

Candidate Requirements:

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in agricultural machinery maintenance, workshop management or a closely related technical maintenance environment.
- Strong practical mechanical background, with direct experience maintaining and repairing tractors and heavy agricultural equipment.
- Experience with agricultural machinery used in large farming, forage production, harv

📌 Workshop Manager (Córdoba)
🏢 Greg O'Hanlon International
📍 Córdoba