Motor Mechanic Full Time NEW

Position: Motor Mechanic

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Port Adelaide SA 5015

Our client is seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic to join their workshop located in Port Adelaide, South Australia.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect vehicles and identify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Diagnose faults using diagnostic equipment, testing procedures, and road tests.
• Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Repair and replace faulty or worn components, including engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering and suspension systems.
• Service and repair cooling, fuel and exhaust systems.
• Inspect, repair and replace brakes, wheel bearings and suspension components.
• Carry out engine tune-ups and adjustments where required.
• Test batteries, charging systems and basic vehicle electrical components.
• Remove, repair and replace engines, transmissions and other major mechanical components when required.
• Change engine oil, filters, fluids and other service items.
• Inspect tyres and wheels and identify safety or maintenance issues.
• Use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic scanners, vehicle hoists and other workshop equipment safely.
• Conduct road tests and final inspections to confirm repairs have been completed correctly.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, servicing, repairs and parts used.
• Provide information to the Workshop Manager or Service Advisor regarding identified faults and recommended repairs.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained and repaired in accordance with applicable safety and manufacturer standards.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times.

Requirements:

• AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV in in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
• Diploma of Automotive Technology (highly desirable)
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a Motor Mechanic
• Valid driver’s licence (manual)
• Experience with vehicle servicing, repairs, maintenance and fault diagnosis
• Ability to use diagnostic scan tools and automotive workshop equipment.