Motor Mechanic

Job Title: Motor Mechanic

Reporting to: Service Manager

Direct reports: None

Location: Kings Ct, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

No. of positions: Multiple, minimum 02

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Offered salary: AUD $78,000 - $85,000 Base + Super (for a 38-hour work week). Depending upon relevant experience.

About us: USVD Consultants Pty Ltd (ACN 666 075 065) ABN: 80 993 362 158 is a recruitment company having office at Bella Vista NSW 2153. Our Client ROWELL AND SEARLE AUTO TRANSMISSION PTY LTD (ABN 36 656 735 885) https://unclutchables.com.au/ established in 1945, are South Australia's oldest and largest transmission specialists. They are a well-known and trusted business that has been operating in the Adelaide CBD for over 68 years.

Role purpose: Due to the business growth and expansion plans of ROWELL AND SEARLE, Team USVD is now looking to recruit Motor Mechanic (s) in their team on a permanent full-time basis. We are seeking skilled and motivated Motor Mechanic (General) to join their workshop team. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining motor vehicles to ensure their safety, reliability and optimal performance. The ideal applicant will have relevant motor mechanic qualifications or equivalent experience, strong diagnostic skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Main Duties / Responsibilities: As a Motor Mechanic (General), your duties includes:

• Ensuring all works are carried out in compliance with WHS regulations and relevant Australian Standards.
• Inspect, service, maintain and repair light vehicles, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication and scheduled servicing.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and determine appropriate repair requirements
• Carry out scheduled and preventative maintenance
• Perform servicing and repairs on engines, transmissions, clutches, gearboxes, braking systems, steering systems, suspension and other mechanical components
• Diagnose and repair faults in cooling systems, fuel systems, exhaust systems and vehicle electrical components.
• Inspect and test vehicle and equipment components to identify faults and defects
• Dismantle, repair, replace and reassemble mechanical components as required
• Conduct mechanical adjustments and repairs to ensure vehicles and equipment operate safely and efficiently
• Carry out routine inspections and pre-start checks

Identify and report equipment faults, defects and maintenance requirements

• Replace worn, damaged or defective components
• Conduct testing and operational checks following repairs and maintenance
• Maintain accurate service records, maintenance reports and other required documentation
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and site requirements
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a safe and orderly condition
• Liaise professionally with supervisors, operators and other team members
• Assist with general mechanical and maintenance activities as required
• Perform overtime when required to meet operational requirements

Annual Salary: AUD $78,000 - $85,000 base + Super (for a 38-hour work week).

Qualification and Experience:

• Certificate III in Motor mechanic (General) or equivalent Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical engineering.
• At least 5 years of proven work experience in service and maintaining light vehicle.
• Strong fault-finding abilities and familiarity with electronic diagnostic tools on both diesel & petrol
• Understanding of WHS requirements, particularly in Automotive and workshop environments.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and manuals.
• Experience working on diesel and/or petrol engines
• Knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems, including engines, transmissions (both manual & automatic), braking and suspension systems
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment and mechanical tools safely and effectively
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and specifications
• Ability to complete service records and maintenance documentation accurately
• Flexibility and willingness to work across different vehicles and attachments as required
• Availability to perform overtime when required essential Requirements

Behavioral Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with others
• Reliable, positive and professional attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Process and results driven
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal
• Team player; collaborative
• Resilient, patient and adaptable
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated
• Proactive

Additional information:

• Ability to work outside of normal business hours on occasion when installing or upgrading components.
• Ability to travel interstate if required.
• Ability to meet workplace and site safety requirements
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical
• Ability to successfully complete a drug and alcohol screen