Mechanic (Light Vehicle)

Marathon Tyres; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Paid overtime

Paid tool allowance

No weekend work

Job summary

Marathon Tyres at the Sandgate Branch in NSW is seeking a safety-conscious light vehicle mechanic. You will fit and service tyres, repair and maintain customer vehicles, and perform wheel alignments.

The role requires Australian working rights, a valid driver’s licence, and a proven front-end and tyre-fitting background. We offer weekly wages, overtime, tool allowance, and no weekend work.

Qualifications

• Australian Motor Trade Qualification is required or essential.
• License as Registration Inspector (RTA) is required.
• Front end experience is preferred.
• Tyre fitting experience is required.
• A valid Driver's licence is required.
• Candidate must be honest, reliable and have good communication skills.
• Australian working rights are required.

Responsibilities

• Fit and service tyres.
• Repair and maintain customer vehicles.
• Conduct wheel alignments.
• Conduct registration checks.
• Adhere to safety standards and ensure high quality service.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with industry best practices.

Skills

Australian Motor Trade Qualification

Registration Inspector licence

Front end experience

Tyre fitting experience

Driver's licence

Honest & reliable

Good communication

Australian working rights

Tools

Forklift licence

MR/HR licence

Job description

Job Opportunity: Mechanic – Marathon Tyres

Marathon Tyres are looking for a safety conscious person with skills and experience as a light vehicle mechanic based at our Sandgate Branch.

Key Responsibilities

• Fit and service tyres
• Repair and maintain customer vehicles
• Conduct wheel alignments
• Conduct registration checks
• Adhere to safety standards and ensure high-quality service
• Take part in ongoing training to stay current with industry best practices

Skills and Experience

• Australian Motor Trade Qualification
• Is a licensed Registration Inspector (RTA)
• Front end experience
• Tyre fitting experience
• Drivers licence
• Is honest and reliable with good communication skills
• Australian working rights

Desirable

• Forklift licence
• MR/HR licence

Why Join Us

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Paid overtime
• Paid tool allowance
• No weekend work

Employee Benefits

• Discounts on everyday purchases
• Access to salary sacrificing
• Staff discounts
• Employee long-service gift awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support

About Us

Founded in 1970, Marathon Tyres has been at the forefront of providing tyre solutions to the mining, construction, industrial, military, and port sectors. We are an independently owned Australian business with a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Approximately a third of our employees have been with us for over 10 years, reflecting our commitment to a supportive, long-term career environment.

We pride ourselves on our strong Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) standards, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol in the workplace.