Established in 1957 Emmetts are a leading multi-franchise agricultural equipment group and one of Australia’s largest John Deere dealers. With 15 branches covering the broad-acre, viticulture, horticulture and grounds care farming sectors of Victoria and South Australia we are highly regarded in the farming community and believe the key to our success is the people who work for us!
Our team has a genuine passion for developing integrated farming solutions that help the Australian farming industry be the best it can be. Join us in our purpose to keep farmers, farming!
Job Description
We’re seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead the Service Department at our Rupanyup branch. This is a diverse, hands-on leadership role where you’ll be responsible for:
Driving team performance and fostering an inclusive, supportive culture
Building strong customer relationships and acting as a key escalation point
Overseeing day-to-day workshop operations while implementing process improvements to support growth
Ideal for leaders from the Automotive, Truck, Mining, or Agricultural sectors, this role offers the opportunity to shape a department and make a lasting impact in a thriving regional branch. As the original Emmetts location, Rupanyup holds a proud history and is home to a supportive, inclusive culture and a dedicated, skilled service team.
What We Offer
Attractive Package: Competitive salary with incentive scheme, company car, phone, and laptop
Relocation Support: Assistance available for those moving to join our team
Career Growth: Defined pathways and genuine opportunities across our 15 branches in VIC & SA
Premium Brands: Work with industry leaders including John Deere, Goldacres, Bourgault and Macdon.
Flexibility & Balance: Family-first policies including flexible hours, purchased leave, and paid parental leave
Training & Development: Access to John Deere University, technical training, and internal leadership programs
Strong Support: Dedicated service coordinators, well equipped workshops, and a collaborative team environment
Health & Wellbeing: “Healthy Workmates” program, free confidential counselling (EAP), and active social clubs
Extra Perks: Salary sacrifice options, remote living allowances and a values-driven culture
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience leading teams in a trade or service environment ideally with a Heavy Diesel qualification or equivalent experience
Strong customer service focus and relationship-building skills
Excellent organisational and time management ability
Problem-solving mindset with a knack for practical solutions
Current Australian driver’s licence and unrestricted working rights in Australia
Interested?
To apply, visit www.emmetts.com.au/careers. For a confidential discussion, contact Rebecca Netherway Recruitment Lead via careers@emmetts.com.au.
