Senior Motor Mechanic

J POWER AUTO; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J Power Automotive Pty Ltd in Victoria is seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic to diagnose, service, repair and test light vehicles to manufacturer specifications and roadworthy standards.

You will discuss faults, test engines, perform maintenance and oversee apprentices in a collaborative workshop environment. A Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Technology or higher and a minimum of three years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Technology or above.
• Minimum of three years of work experience as Motor Mechanic.
• Driver’s licence is essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all automobiles.
• Reading manuals.
• Understanding Regulations and Codes of Practice.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to think technically and logically.
• Ability to cater to and understand customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Discuss problems with car drivers or vehicle operators to uncover faults.
• Listen to engines, fitting and operating special test equipment.
• Test drive vehicles.
• Detect and diagnose faults in engines and parts.
• Fit and operate special test equipment.
• Repair or replace worn or faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or steering gear systems.
• Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies, using various instruments to make sure they are working properly and refit to the vehicle.
• Tune engines using special electronic equipment and make fine adjustments for smoother running.
• Carry out minor body and trim repairs.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace engine management and fuel injection components.
• Test and repair electrical systems such as lighting, instrumentation, ignition and electronic fuel injection.
• Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups.
• Inspect vehicles and schedule work required to obtain roadworthiness.
• Assist in training and oversee work carried out by apprentices.

Skills

Driver’s licence

Automotive knowledge

Reading manuals

Regulations & Codes of Practice

Problem solving

Teamwork

Technical reasoning

Customer needs comprehension

Education

Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Technology or above

Job description

As the primary role responsible for delivering services directly to our customers, the Motor Mechanic is integral to the day-to-day operation of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, servicing, repairing and testing light vehicles to ensure they are maintained to manufacturer specifications and roadworthy standards.

Key responsibilities

Discuss problems with car drivers or vehicle operators to uncover faults

Listen to engines, fitting and operating special test equipment

Test drive vehicles

Detect and diagnose faults in engines and parts

Fit and operate special test equipment

Repair or replace worn or faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or steering gear systems

Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies, using various instruments to make sure they are working properly and refit to the vehicle

Tune engines using special electronic equipment and make fine adjustments for smoother running

Carry out minor body and trim repairs

Diagnose, repair, and replace engine management and fuel injection components

Test and repair electrical systems such as lighting, instrumentation, ignition and electronic fuel injection

Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups

Inspect vehicles and schedule work required to obtain roadworthiness

Assist in training and oversee work carried out by apprentices

About you

Experienced Motor Mechanic

About us

J Power Automotive Pty Ltd is a privately owned automotive workshop located in Huntingdale, Victoria, providing a comprehensive range of car care services including logbook servicing, mechanical repairs, performance upgrades, wheel and tyre services, and smash repairs. We are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable and convenient automotive repair services at competitive prices.

Selection Criteria

Qualification: Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Technology or above

Experience: Minimum of three years of work experience working as Motor Mechanic; Experience working with different brands of vehicles is valued

Skills:

Driver’s licence is essential

Comprehensive knowledge of all automobiles

Competent in reading manuals

Understanding of the relevant Regulations and Codes of Practice

The ability to solve problems

The ability to work in a team-oriented environment

The ability to think technically and logically

The ability to cater to and understand customer needs