Maddington Auto Care Pty Ltd  T/as City Discount Tyres Maddington is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Motor Mechanic to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis at our Maddington location. The successful candidate will lead and mentor a team of mechanics while being responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical systems and components to ensure vehicles meet safety, performance, and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Long-term, stable employment with a respected national brand
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Fully equipped modern workshop facility
• Staff discounts on tyres and mechanical services

Task & responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using computerized diagnostic equipment and manual testing procedures
• Inspect, dismantle and remove engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components to identify issues
• Repair or replace defective or worn mechanical parts such as brake pads, bearings, belts, gaskets, and seals
• Reassemble engines and mechanical parts after repair and ensure proper function through testing
• Conduct routine maintenance services such as oil changes, engine tune-ups, lubrications, filter replacements, and tyre rotations
• Perform safety and emissions compliance checks where required
• Operate diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, power, and air tools to complete repairs
• Conduct test drives after repairs to verify mechanical integrity and performance
• Maintain records of services and repairs, including customer reports and job sheets
• Communicate repair requirements and procedures to customers, including cost and time estimates
• Follow safety protocols and contribute to maintaining a clean and safe workshop environment
• Perform physical workshop tasks including lifting, bending, and handling vehicle components
• Lead and mentor workshop team members, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure quality control over all mechanical repair and maintenance work

Qualification & experience

• AQF Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (including 2 years on-job training) or AQF Certificate IV in the relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a commercial automotive workshop
• Strong experience working with Asian, European, and other car brands
• Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and guide other mechanics
• Proficiency in using diagnostic equipment and power/hand tools
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to high-quality workmanship and attention to detail
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks in a workshop environment
• Willingness to undergo drug and alcohol testing if required