Motor Mechanic

Bridgestone Keswick; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgestone Select Tyre & Auto Keswick in Adelaide is seeking a qualified Motor Mechanic to join our busy workshop. You will diagnose faults, perform servicing and repairs, and ensure high safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent, with 3+ years of experience, and the ability to work independently while communicating clearly with customers and the workshop team.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• 3 years of hands-on experience as a motor mechanic.
• Ability to diagnose faults and perform repairs independently.
• Experience with logbook servicing, brakes, steering, suspension and general repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose mechanical and electrical faults in passenger and light commercial vehicles.
• Perform scheduled servicing and logbook servicing per manufacturer specs.
• Repair and replace engines and engine components as needed.
• Repair and maintain braking, steering, suspension, transmission and cooling systems.
• Test vehicle systems using diagnostic equipment and document results.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Vehicle servicing

Brake & suspension repair

Diagnostic equipment usage

Education

AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

3 years work experience

Job description

Bridgestone Select Tyre & Auto Keswick is seeking a qualified and experienced Motor Mechanic to join our busy automotive service and repair workshop.

We provide a comprehensive range of automotive services, including logbook servicing, mechanical repairs, brake and suspension work, vehicle inspections, diagnostics, tyre services and wheel alignments.

This is a full-time, permanent position suitable for an experienced mechanic who can independently diagnose faults, carry out repairs and servicing, and consistently deliver work to a high professional and safety standard.

Key responsibilities

• Inspecting and diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults in passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles
• Performing scheduled and logbook servicing in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
• Repairing and replacing engines and engine components where required
• Repairing and maintaining braking, steering, suspension, transmission and cooling systems
• Testing vehicle systems and individual components using appropriate diagnostic equipment
• Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other vehicle components
• Repairing or replacing worn, damaged or defective parts
• Reassembling mechanical components and performing operational and road tests
• Carrying out safety inspections and identifying additional repair or maintenance requirements
• Using workshop tools, hoists and diagnostic equipment safely and correctly
• Maintaining accurate service and repair records
• Explaining identified faults and recommended repairs to the workshop manager and customers where required
• Ensuring all work complies with workplace health and safety requirements and workshop procedures
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop environment

Qualifications and experience

The successful applicant will have:

• An AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or an equivalent relevant qualification or 3 years work experience
• Commercial experience as a Motor Mechanic
• Sound knowledge of vehicle mechanical, electrical and electronic systems
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose faults and complete mechanical repairs independently
• Experience in logbook servicing, brakes, steering, suspension and general mechanical repairs
• Ability to use electronic diagnostic equipment and interpret diagnostic results
• A current Australian driver's licence or the ability to obtain one
• Good communication, organisational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship