Reconditioning Automotive Technician

Patterson Cheney Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + commissions

6-month commission guarantee

9-day fortnight

Training and development

Dealer discounts on vehicles, service,

Job security within a growing family‑O

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, lively team environment

Job summary

Patterson Cheney Group is seeking a Pre-Owned Reconditioning Technician to join our team at Mercedes-Benz Berwick/Waverley facilities. You will ensure pre-owned luxury vehicles are in peak condition for sale, performing inspections, diagnostics and repair work with a focus on quality and compliance.

You’ll work with a professional workshop team, gain ongoing training, and benefit from a competitive salary with commissions and a 9-day fortnight. National police check may be required.

Qualifications

• Qualified automotive technician with proven diagnostic experience.
• Experience in repairing and reconditioning vehicles, ideally luxury brands.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work independently to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for RWC with high attention to detail and compliance.
• Advise on current mechanical condition of vehicles.
• Carry out repairs, reconditioning and service work on various cars.
• Build effective relationships with workshop staff and dealership teams.
• Diagnose unusual problems and test drive before delivery or return.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Vehicle repair

Luxury/volume brands experience

Time management

Communication

Valid driver's license

Education

Trade qualification/Automotive technician certificate

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Job description

06th November, 2025

Mercedes-Benz Berwick is one of Australia's most successful Mercedes-Benz dealerships; we are the 2023 & 2024 VACC Automotive Employer of the Year! We are now recruiting a Pre-Owned Reconditioning Technician to join our team. They will work in our state-of-the-art facility, ensuring our pre-owned luxury vehicles are fit and ready for sale.

About the role:

• Inspecting vehicles for RWC at the highest level of detail/compliance
• Providing expert advice concerning the current mechanical condition of vehicles
• Carrying out all general repairs, reconditioning and service work on various cars
• Build effective relationships with workshop staff and dealership team members
• Diagnosing and repairing unusual problems
• Test driving and conducting final assessments before the delivery or return of vehicles

Who are we looking for?

To be considered for this role, you will possess the following:

• A Light Vehicle Roadworthy Licence will be ideal but not essential, but open to obtaining one in the future
• Qualified Technician with a proven track record in automotive repairs with proven diagnostic experience/competency
• Ideally, you will have experience with a wide range of luxury and volume brands
• Ability to work independently to achieve targets and standards
• Excellent communication skills and time management skills
• Possess a positive "can do" attitude, demonstrating pride in your work
• A current unrestricted driver's licence

Our amazing benefits.

• Competitive salary package plus commissions
• We are offering a 6-month commission guarantee to help you get started.
• 9-day fortnight, providing you with a work/life balance
• Continuous training and development investment in your career.
• Access to Patterson Cheney dealership discounts, including New and Used vehicles, Servicing & Parts.
• Job security with a strong and growing independent family-owned business
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Above all, lots of support, opportunity, fun and variety

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

Mercedes-Benz Waverley, part of Patterson Cheney, currently has over 1000 employees. We are proud to be one of Australia's largest automotive businesses with multiple brands (Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Holden, Isuzu and multiple truck brands). We have serviced our customers since 1915, and our success has been built on a strong foundation of customer service. We are an independent, solid, privately owned business with values and behaviours emphasising an enjoyable workplace.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer looking to employ qualified candidates of any gender, race, religion or age with full rights to work in Australia.

We will not be taking agency candidates.