Motor Mechanic
Visa sponsorship
Automotive · Newcastle, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Getting the diagnosis right first time is what this Newcastle workshop values most in the experienced Motor Mechanic it is hiring. The team works on engines, transmissions, steering and other mechanical systems, using computerised diagnostics and the manufacturer's specifications on every job.
Your week would mix servicing and tune-ups with strip-downs, rebuilds and roadworthiness checks, testing each repair before the car goes back to its owner. Qualifications, practical skill and experience are all checked during recruitment. Visa sponsorship is available for suitable candidates. Mechanics with a UK garage background will be comfortable with the mix.
Your CV should list the vehicle makes and systems you know best, your Certificate III or higher qualification and the diagnostic equipment you use. Prepare a diagnostics-focused mechanic CV with Build AI CV and apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose faults in engines, transmissions, steering and other vehicle systems, using computerised diagnostic equipment
- Inspect parts for wear, damage and defects, stripping engines, gearboxes and other assemblies when needed
- Repair, replace or rebuild faulty or worn components to the required technical standard
- Complete routine servicing and preventative maintenance such as oil changes, lubrication and tune-ups
- Work from technical data and manufacturer service specifications
- Test and adjust repaired parts to make sure they work properly, and check each vehicle's performance after servicing or repair
- Inspect vehicles and identify what they need to stay roadworthy
- Keep the workshop tidy, safe and organised, and help colleagues keep jobs moving
- Produce reliable work with vehicle safety and customer satisfaction in mind
Requirements & Eligibility
- A Certificate III or higher qualification in Motor Mechanics, Automotive Technology, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant professional automotive experience
- Genuine practical experience of mechanical servicing and repair
- Strong fault diagnosis and troubleshooting skills, including computerised automotive diagnostic systems
- Good knowledge of engines, transmissions, steering and other mechanical systems
- At ease working from technical manuals and manufacturer specifications
- Practical problem-solver with close attention to detail and quality workmanship, who works independently or within a professional workshop team and communicates well
- Able to provide evidence of relevant qualifications and employment experience
- Overseas applicants must be willing to complete the required assessment and recruitment process
- Candidates must meet the relevant requirements for the applicable visa pathway
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