Motor Mechanic

United Auto Recyclers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Auto Recyclers is seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic for our Ardeer premises on a full-time basis. The role focuses on a wide range of used vehicles, including those in poor mechanical condition requiring detailed diagnosis and extensive repairs.

Significant emphasis is on servicing and repairing European makes, particularly Volvo and Saab. You will inspect, diagnose, repair and test vehicles, maintain records and ensure safety and high workmanship standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Motor Mechanic with strong diagnostic skills.
• Proven fault-finding ability on complex mechanical faults.
• Experience repairing used vehicles with significant faults.
• Solid knowledge of engines, transmissions, braking, steering and suspension.
• Experience servicing European vehicles.
• Volvo and Saab experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Inspect used vehicles and identify faults in mechanical, electrical and performance areas.
• Diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment and testing procedures.
• Repair vehicles received in poor mechanical condition.
• Service, repair and replace engines and related components.
• Inspect and repair transmission, braking, steering and suspension systems.
• Dismantle components and assess wear or damage.
• Repair or replace worn or defective parts.
• Use diagnostic equipment and workshop tools to identify faults.
• Test vehicles after repairs to ensure faults are fixed.
• Identify additional repairs needed and provide recommendations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, servicing, parts and repairs.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Skills

Diagnostics

Fault finding

Mechanical repair

Vehicle inspection

Attention to detail

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop tools

Job description

United Auto Recyclers Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and reliable Motor Mechanic to join our team at our Ardeer premises on a full-time basis.

Our business deals with a wide range of used motor vehicles, including vehicles that are received in poor mechanical condition and require detailed diagnosis, extensive repairs and replacement of mechanical components.

A significant part of the role involves working with European vehicles. Previous hands-on experience servicing and repairing European makes, particularly Volvo and Saab, is highly desirable.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Inspect used vehicles and identify mechanical, electrical and performance-related faults;

Diagnose mechanical problems using diagnostic equipment, testing procedures and practical mechanical assessment;

Repair used vehicles received in poor or defective mechanical condition;

Service, repair and replace engines and associated mechanical components;

Inspect and repair transmission, braking, steering and suspension systems;

Dismantle mechanical components and assess parts for wear, damage or failure;

Repair or replace worn, damaged or defective mechanical parts;

Use diagnostic equipment and workshop tools to identify and rectify vehicle faults;

Test vehicles following repairs to ensure faults have been properly rectified;

Identify additional mechanical repairs required and provide recommendations regarding necessary work;

Maintain accurate records of inspections, servicing, parts replaced and repairs completed; and

Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard of workmanship.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

Relevant practical experience as a Motor Mechanic;

Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills;

Experience repairing used vehicles with significant mechanical faults;

Sound knowledge of engines, transmissions, braking, steering and suspension systems;

Experience servicing and repairing European vehicles;

Experience with Volvo and Saab vehicles is highly desirable;

Ability to use vehicle diagnostic equipment and workshop tools;

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship; and