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Automotive Technican

Job Opportunity: European Vehicle Specialist Mechanic

Are you passionate about European vehicles and committed to delivering exceptional service? Long Jetty Mechanical is seeking a skilled automotive technician to join our dedicated team.

At Long Jetty Mechanical, we take pride in our expertise with European vehicles and our commitment to excellence. Our workshop specialises in complex diagnostics and repairs across all European makes and models, handling everything from timing belt/chain replacements to transmission and differential overhauls. This role offers more than just routine car servicing. If you're looking to expand your skillset and expertise, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Role

We're looking for a confident and competent technician who thrives on technical challenges and demonstrates genuine enthusiasm for European vehicles. This position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge diagnostic equipment while handling complex repairs in a professional environment.

The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise but also share our values of integrity and continuous professional development. If you're ready to advance your career in a workshop that values quality workmanship and technical excellence, we want to hear from you.

The successful candidate must exemplify and consistently demonstrate both personal integrity and an unwavering commitment to exceptional workmanship in all tasks undertaken. These fundamental qualities are not just desirable traits, but essential cornerstones that align with and uphold the core values of our business. We believe that integrity in service delivery and pride in technical execution are elements that define our workshop's reputation for excellence.

The Opportunity:

In your role as a Vehicle Technician, you will be authorised and responsible for the following on all European makes and models of car.

  • Conducting full examinations of vehicles (including vehicle health checks);

  • Identify non-routine defects and faults either in the workshop or during vehicle road tests;

  • Technical knowledge to confidently and safely carry out repairs and maintenance of customer vehicles

  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and a passion for fixing things right the first time

  • Perform complex diagnostic testing and repairs on vehicles and be competent and confident with all repairs including replacement of timing chains, engine replacements and any other work required to be completed.

  • repair and servicing of customer vehicles in accordance with technical standards;

  • Provide a knowledgeable, courteous, responsive, and efficient service to all colleagues and workshop customers;

  • Work closely with the front of house service team, ensuring they are kept informed of the progress on customer vehicles and are fully briefed on work completed;

  • Discuss technical issues/works directly with customers when requested;

  • Offer technical advice and support as required

  • Work with the wider workshop team to design and implement new methods of work to improve efficiency.

About You:

  • You will need to be an experienced Vehicle Technician who is passionate and cares about their workmanship.

  • Have Light Vehicle Automotive Qualification (Trade Certificate)

  • Current C class manual drivers licence

  • Physically fit and able to meet manual requirements

  • Ability to work within defined processes and guidelines, and to promote best practice throughout the workshop;

  • Be customer focused, possess good communication skills with the ability to explain technical information to a non-technical audience;

  • Have a first-time fix mentality, along with openness and transparency.

  • Committed to the development of your technical knowledge and skills;

  • Be a team player, whether mentoring or supporting other Technicians;

  • Have a passion for the industry and a desire to succeed.

Next Steps:

For more information please call (08) 6731-9973, or if you think you are what we are looking for send your CV to admin@longjettymechanical.com.au