Mechanic

Prestige Sense Automotive; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Sense Automotive Pty Ltd in Glen Waverley, Victoria, is seeking a qualified and experienced Motor Mechanic to undertake servicing, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of light motor vehicles in a busy workshop. You will identify faults, carry out scheduled servicing, reassemble components, and use diagnostic equipment to test and verify repairs, ensuring roadworthy safety standards are met.

The role requires AQF Certificate III or higher in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology and at least

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III or higher in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of motor mechanic experience in a commercial workshop.
• Sound knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems, servicing and repair procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and diagnosing mechanical faults in light motor vehicles, engines and related components.
• Servicing, maintaining and repairing petrol engines and systems including transmissions, suspension, steering and braking.
• Dismantling and inspecting engine assemblies and components for wear or damage.
• Repairing or replacing worn parts and reassembling components per manufacturer specs.
• Performing scheduled maintenance services and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Diagnosing engine management, ignition and fuel injection systems using diagnostic equipment.
• Testing and adjusting components after repairs to ensure proper performance and safety.
• Conducting diagnostic tests and road tests to verify repairs have been completed successfully.
• Inspecting finished work and vehicle systems for safety and quality.
• Maintaining accurate service and repair records.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Tools

Automotive diagnostic equipment

Job description

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Motor Mechanic to undertake the servicing, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of light motor vehicles. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying mechanical faults, carrying out scheduled servicing and repairs, and ensuring vehicles are maintained in a safe and roadworthy condition.

Key responsibilities

• Inspecting and diagnosing mechanical faults in light motor vehicles, engines and associated components using appropriate diagnostic equipment and testing procedures
• Servicing, maintaining and repairing petrol engines and mechanical components, including transmissions, suspension, steering and braking systems
• Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other mechanical components, and inspecting parts for wear, damage or defects
• Repairing or replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components in accordance with manufacturer specifications and service manuals
• Performing scheduled maintenance services, including oil changes, lubrication, engine servicing and other preventative maintenance
• Diagnosing and repairing engine management, ignition and fuel injection systems using automotive diagnostic equipment
• Testing and adjusting mechanical components and systems after repairs to ensure proper performance and safe operation
• Conducting diagnostic tests and road tests to identify faults and verify that repairs have been completed effectively
• Inspecting completed work and vehicle systems to ensure required safety, quality and operational standards are met
• Maintaining accurate records of vehicle servicing, repairs, parts replaced and work performed

About you

• An AQF Certificate III or higher qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or a closely related automotive mechanical field, or an equivalent qualification
• At least 1 year of relevant Motor Mechanic experience in a commercial automotive workshop environment
• Sound knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems, servicing, fault diagnosis and repair procedures
• Ability to use automotive diagnostic equipment, tools and measuring instruments
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a workshop team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship

About us

Prestige Sense Automotive Pty Ltd is an automotive repair and maintenance business located in Glen Waverley, Victoria. Operating within the automotive servicing industry, we provide vehicle servicing, mechanical diagnosis, maintenance and repair services for a range of light motor vehicles. We are committed to providing reliable workmanship, professional service and high-quality automotive repairs to our customers.