Hands-On Accessible Vehicle Modification Technician

Driving Mobility Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Driving Mobility Australia is seeking a Vehicle Modification Technician in Brisbane to work on accessible vehicles and adaptive equipment. The role involves practical hands-on work across automotive trades, fabricating parts and integrating hand controls and seating systems.

The work incorporates electrical integration, CAD, and collaboration with design capabilities. A trade background or equivalent hands-on experience is preferred, with a focus on quality and customer service.

Qualifications

• Trade certified preferred or hands-on experience in automotive, auto electrical, mechanical, fabrication or welding.
• Ability to fabricate custom parts and work with CAD and design tools.
• Proactive problem solver who can work independently and with customers.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate hand controls, wheelchair access equipment, hoists and seating systems
• Vehicle electrical integration and tapping into factory functions
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
• Measure, cut, drill, weld and fabricate custom parts
• Capture job notes, photos, videos and procedures so knowledge stays in the business
• Work with in-house design capability: Fusion 360 CAD, 3D printing and a CNC router (2400 x 1200 mm) where interested

Skills

Hands-on

Problem solving

Independent worker

Education

Trade certified

Tools

Fusion 360 CAD

3D printing

CNC router

Job description

Driving Mobility Australia is seeking a Vehicle Modification Technician in Brisbane to work on accessible vehicles and adaptive equipment. The role involves practical hands-on work across automotive trades, fabricating parts and integrating hand controls and seating systems.

The work incorporates electrical integration, CAD, and collaboration with design capabilities. A trade background or equivalent hands-on experience is preferred, with a focus on quality and customer service.