Automotive Technician / Mechanic
Automotive · Chevallum, Sunshine Coast QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr
European 4x4s are the bread and butter of this specialist workshop on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, at Chevallum QLD. The owners are after a qualified Automotive Technician / Mechanic who has spent real time on the tools, diagnoses well and knows European vehicles.
Diagnosis, repairs and specialised builds will be handed to you with trust, in a well-run professional shop. Expect to prove your trade papers, past employers and practical skill. Land Rover know-how is beneficial, yet technicians who have built advanced skills on other European marques should also put their hand up. Keep your South African trade certificate handy, as trades are usually assessed again for Australia.
Key Responsibilities
- Find mechanical and technical faults on 4x4s, working through tricky problems to decide how each should be fixed
- Do servicing and preventative maintenance
- Finish mechanical repair jobs to a professional standard, and inspect completed work so it stays safe and up to quality
- Look after European 4x4s, including their specialist systems
- Assist with upgrades for performance, vehicle modifications, one-off custom builds and other specialist jobs
- Operate diagnostic gear and the tools of the workshop
- Pitch in with the other technicians so the workshop's workload gets done efficiently
- Keep your bay organised and professional
Requirements & Eligibility
- Holds a relevant trade qualification in the automotive field
- Has worked as an Automotive Technician or Motor Mechanic and has strong practical time on 4x4 vehicles
- Track record on European vehicle brands
- Land Rover experience is advantageous
- Advanced or Master Technician status gained with a recognised vehicle manufacturer is highly regarded
- Good at fault-finding and diagnosis
- Can show a genuine work history and technical background
- Detail-focused, committed to quality workmanship, dependable and a good team member
- Valid driver's licence
- Sponsorship is on offer for experienced technicians whose European vehicle experience suits the role
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