Motor Mechanic
- Inspect, diagnose, service and repair petrol engines and mechanical systems in passenger and light commercial vehicles.
- Use diagnostic equipment to repair engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension and related components, including work on vehicles undergoing smash repairs.
- Complete post-repair checks and road tests, document work and maintain workshop tools and equipment safely.
Wellness Creation Pty Ltd, trading as Grand Motors Mechanical & Smash Repair, operates an automotive servicing and repair workshop providing mechanical maintenance, fault diagnosis, suspension repairs and vehicle repair services. The business undertakes mechanical work alongside its smash repair activities, supporting customers with vehicle servicing, mechanical repairs and maintenance to maintain safe and reliable vehicle operation.
About the Role
Grand Motors Mechanical & Smash Repair is seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic to join its workshop team. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, servicing and repairing petrol engines and mechanical systems in passenger and light commercial vehicles.
The position involves using diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical faults, carrying out scheduled servicing, dismantling and repairing defective components, and performing post-repair testing. The Motor Mechanic will also undertake mechanical inspections and repairs associated with vehicles undergoing smash repair work, where required.
Location: 2/13 Adrian Road, Campbellfield VIC 3061
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect passenger and light commercial vehicles to identify faults in engines, transmissions, braking, steering, suspension and related mechanical systems.
- Diagnose mechanical and associated electrical faults using electronic diagnostic scanners, testing instruments and appropriate workshop equipment.
- Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance, including oil and filter changes, lubrication, fluid inspections, spark plug replacements and engine adjustments in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Dismantle and inspect engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other mechanical components to identify worn, damaged or defective parts.
- Repair or replace faulty engine components, transmission parts, clutches, belts, hoses and other mechanical assemblies using appropriate repair procedures.
- Diagnose and rectify faults in petrol fuel delivery, ignition, cooling, lubrication and engine management systems to restore proper engine performance.
- Inspect, service and repair vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems, including replacing worn components and carrying out necessary mechanical adjustments.
- Reassemble repaired engines, transmissions and associated mechanical components, ensuring correct fitting, adjustment and operation in accordance with technical specifications.
- Inspect and repair driveline components, including drive shafts, constant velocity joints and related mechanical parts, to maintain reliable vehicle operation.
- Conduct mechanical inspections and undertake necessary repairs to steering, suspension and other mechanical components on vehicles undergoing smash repair work, where required.
- Perform post-repair inspections, diagnostic checks and road tests where authorised to verify repair quality, mechanical performance and vehicle safety.
- Record diagnostic findings, servicing activities and completed repairs, communicate additional mechanical repair requirements and maintain workshop tools and equipment in accordance with workplace safety procedures.
Candidate Requirements
- Certificate III or above in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, or a closely related automotive mechanical discipline.
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience as a Motor Mechanic or Light Vehicle Mechanic in a commercial automotive workshop.
- Demonstrated experience inspecting, diagnosing, servicing and repairing passenger and light commercial vehicles.
- Strong knowledge of petrol engines, transmissions, braking, steering, suspension and associated mechanical systems.
- Experience using electronic diagnostic scanners, mechanical testing instruments and automotive workshop equipment.
- Ability to dismantle, inspect, repair and reassemble engines, transmissions and other mechanical components.
- Experience inspecting and repairing steering, suspension and mechanical components on accident-damaged vehicles will be highly regarded.
- Ability to interpret manufacturer specifications, technical manuals and mechanical repair procedures.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Sound knowledge of workshop safety requirements, safe vehicle lifting procedures and environmental practices.
- Strong communication, time-management and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently when required.
- Current Australian driver's licence will be highly regarded.
- Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant qualifications, automotive mechanical experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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