Automotive Technician
Visa sponsorship
Automotive · Adelaide, SA, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
European vehicle servicing and diagnostics form the core of this full-time Adelaide workshop role. Modern scan technology and manufacturer information support the work, which covers mechanical and electrical faults, repairs and preventative maintenance. You will be expected to trace problems confidently and work independently.
An English CV should identify your automotive trade qualification, European makes and diagnostic equipment, with examples of difficult faults you have resolved. create a CV showing European car diagnosis and repair and explain the servicing, testing and quality checks you personally complete. Connect your technical background to the workshop responsibilities rather than leaving that detail to a job title. Show the repairs you completed after diagnosis and the final checks you performed before returning vehicles to service.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose faults, service and repair European cars. Find the underlying causes of difficult electrical and mechanical faults.
- Repair engines, transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes.
- Diagnose electrical and electronic systems with scan tools and computerised equipment.
- Interpret manufacturer specifications, manuals, wiring diagrams and fault codes.
- Dismantle, assess and inspect engines, transmissions and other components, repairing or replacing worn, defective or damaged parts.
- Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing, including oil, filter and fluid changes.
- Complete engine tune-ups, brake servicing and general repairs.
- After repairs, reassemble systems and test for correct, safe operation.
- Road test and give each job a final quality inspection, then log servicing, repairs and diagnostics accurately.
- Maintain consistently high workmanship and follow workshop safety procedures.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Recognised automotive trade qualification, or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years working professionally as a Motor Mechanic.
- Proven hands-on time with European vehicles, where BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Volvo, Land Rover, Range Rover or similar brands is highly regarded.
- Strong fault-finding across mechanical and electrical systems.
- Has used computerised automotive diagnostic equipment and scan tools.
- Able to work on your own and diagnose and repair faults with confidence.
- Able to follow technical documentation, wiring diagrams and manufacturer procedures.
- Good English communication and a current driver's licence.
- Committed to full-time employment in South Australia. Must meet applicable requirements for employer-sponsored visa consideration.
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