Auto Electrician

Bus Queensland; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Bus Company Pty Ltd in Redbank, Queensland, is seeking a workshop trade qualified auto electrician to join our maintenance team. You will support the workshop manager to maximise reliability and safety of the bus fleet.

The role requires hands-on work with electrical and auxiliary systems including CCTV, radios and door systems, trouble-shooting with test equipment, and performing repairs in line with manufacturer specs and applicable vehicle standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum AQF Certificate III with at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
• Experience in fleet maintenance programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Hold a valid MR/HR licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of electrical and auxiliary systems fitted to the bus fleet including CCTV systems, two-way radios and door systems.
• Repair and maintain electrical and auxiliary systems using test equipment to locate faults; dismantling and installing electrical components.
• Install electrical equipment and components in buses and connect power-operated vehicle equipment to power supply.
• Adjust engine control systems and timing, test and replace alternators, generators, voltage regulators and starters.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and general repairs.
• Accurate and up-to-date entry to the workshop database.

Skills

AQF Certificate III

AQF Certificate IV

MR licence

HR licence

Fleet maintenance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

AQF Certificate III

AQF Certificate IV

Job description

Westside Bus Company Pty Ltd (a subsidiary of Pulitano Invesments Pty Ltd) specialises in providing School, and Urban bus services inRedbank and surrounding areas. We are currently seeking a Workshop trade qualified auto electrician to join our maintenance team.

Culture is critical in the success of our business. We entrust our people, we are respectful and supportive. We lead to inspire each other to enjoy their work and impart that enjoyment onto our staff and customers.

About the role

To assist the Workshop Manager in maximising the reliability, safety, efficiency and availability of the bus fleet. Provide technical skills in the field of auto-electrics to support the repair and maintenance of the bus fleet.

Primary duties and responsibilities include

• Maintain a high level of knowledge of electrical and axillary systems fitted to the bus fleet including CCTV systems, two-way radios and door systems;
• Repair and maintain electrical and auxiliary systems fitted to the bus fleet using test equipment to locate electrical and electronic malfunctions; dismantling and removing electrical and electronic assemblies and components; installing electrical equipment and electronic components in buses; connecting power-operated vehicle equipment and accessories to power supply; adjusting engine control systems and timing testing and replacing defective alternators, generators, voltage regulators and starter motors; repairing and replacing faulty ignition and electrical wiring; replacing defective parts such as fuses, lamps and switches;
• Carry out repairs and maintenance as per the Manufacturer’s specifications, National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual and any applicable legislation or vehicle standards;
• Fault finding, diagnosis and general repairs;
• Ensuring accurate and up to date entry to the workshop database.

Skills and experience

To be successful candidates will need to demonstrate

• Minimum of AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
• Experience in fleet maintenance programs;
• Ability to work independently and or as part of a team;
• Problem solving skills, strategic thinker, attention to detail;
• Ability to work shift work;
• Hold a valid MR/HR licence