Automotive Technician

Automotive · Wingfield, Adelaide SA, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

Role: Motor Mechanic – European Vehicle Specialist, full-time, at a growing automotive workshop in South Australia.

The employer needs an experienced mechanic who is confident with advanced European vehicle systems and good at solving complex mechanical and electrical faults. Work covers servicing, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance, using modern diagnostic technology and manufacturer-specific information.

Employer sponsorship is available for eligible candidates seeking long-term employment in Australia. Make sure you meet every requirement below, and do not pay anyone who promises you this job: a genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a job offer.

Key Responsibilities

Run diagnostics on vehicle electrical and electronic systems with specialised scan tools
Pinpoint and clear faults on computerised diagnostic equipment
Use fault codes, wiring diagrams, technical manuals and manufacturer specs to guide each job
Take on European vehicles for servicing, diagnostic work and repairs, getting to the bottom of complex mechanical and electrical faults
Look after engines, transmissions, brakes, steering and suspension, repairing them as needed
Pull apart engines, transmissions and other parts to inspect them and judge their condition
Swap out or fix any part found damaged, worn or defective
Handle scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance, from oil, filter and fluid changes to other routine jobs
Do brake work, engine tune-ups and general mechanical repairs
Rebuild systems and components after the repair is finished
Prove each repair is safe and correct through testing, a road test and a final quality inspection
Log every service, repair and diagnostic job properly
Work safely by the workshop's procedures and never let workmanship standards slip

Requirements & Eligibility

Current driver's licence
Recognised automotive trade qualification or equivalent, and a minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience working as a Motor Mechanic
Proven hands-on track record with European vehicles; time on BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Volvo, Land Rover, Range Rover or similar brands is highly regarded
Strong at diagnosing and fault-finding on mechanical and electrical systems, using computerised automotive diagnostic gear and scan tools
You can work alone and confidently diagnose and repair faults
You understand technical documents, wiring diagrams and manufacturer procedures, and have good English communication skills
Committed to working full-time in South Australia
Must meet applicable requirements for employer-sponsored visa consideration

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