Senior Automotive Technician

Auto Masters; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Monthly bonuses

Superannuation

Work-life balance

Modern workshop

Staff discounts

Friday team lunches

Leadership pathway

Career stability

Job summary

Auto Masters West Ipswich is seeking a motivated Senior Automotive Technician to support the Store Manager and help drive the day-to-day operations of our busy workshop.

This hands-on role suits an experienced technician who enjoys teamwork, has leadership potential, and is ready to take the next step. You’ll mentor apprentices, maintain high quality workmanship, and ensure efficient workshop performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar automotive service and repair role.
• Relevant automotive trade qualification.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills.
• Experience mentoring apprentices and junior technicians.
• Unrestricted driver’s licence and full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Keep vehicles moving with quality servicing, repairs and maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and find effective solutions.
• Step up and take charge when the Store Manager is away.
• Mentor and support apprentices and junior technicians.
• Ensure high standards for quality and accuracy.
• Keep tools, equipment and safety standards in top shape.
• Play an active role in achieving workshop productivity and performance targets.

Skills

5+ years experience

Diagnostic skills

Leadership potential

Mentoring apprentices

Customer service

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant automotive trade qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop tools

Job description

Auto Masters West Ipswich is looking for a motivated Senior Automotive Technician to support the Store Manager and help drive the day-to-day operations of our busy workshop. This hands-on role is ideal for an experienced Automotive Technician who enjoys working as part of a team, has strong leadership potential and is ready to take the next step.

ARE YOU THE PERFECT FIT?

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar automotive service and repair role
• Relevant automotive trade qualification
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills
• Confident supporting workshop operations and leading by example
• Experience mentoring apprentices and junior technicians
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Passion for customer service and quality workmanship
• Self-motivated, reliable and driven to get the job done right
• Unrestricted driver’s licence
• Full Australian working rights
• Available Monday to Friday plus fortnightly Saturday mornings

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Keep vehicles moving with quality servicing, repairs and maintenance
• Diagnose faults and find effective solutions
• Work closely with the Store Manager to keep the workshop running smoothlyStep up and take charge when the Store Manager is away
• Help allocate jobs and keep the workshop efficient and productive
• Mentor and support apprentices and junior technicians
• Ensure every job meets high standards for quality and accuracy
• Assist customers and the front-of-house team when needed
• Keep tools, equipment and safety standards in top shape
• Play an active role in achieving workshop productivity and performance targets

WHY JOIN US?

• Competitive Hourly Rate + Monthly Bonuses + Super — your experience is rewarded
• Monday – Friday workwith fortnightly Saturday mornings
• Work-life balancewith a family-owned business that genuinely values its people
• Modern workshop, quality equipment and a supportive team
• Uniforms provided + Staff discounts
• Friday team lunchesprovided
• Leadership pathwaywith the opportunity to grow as a 2IC
• Stable, long-term careerwith a trusted national automotive brand