Mechanic - Gold Coast

Mechanic - Gold Coast


Company
AMA Group Ltd
Location
Gold Coast
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
188 days ago
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Job Description
About AMAThe AMA Group, is Australia's largest network of accident repair facilities, which currently comprises of over 120 outlets and over 2,200 employees across Australia and New Zealand.The AMA Group's success is a result of our commitment of providing our clients and work providers with quality and cost-effective repairs, as well as exceptional customer service. Our people is what makes this possible and are therefore our focus. We invest in our people. Creating the leaders of today and developing the skills for tomorrow.About Capital S.M.A.R.TWith over 50 repair centres across Australia and New Zealand, Capital S.M.A.R.T Repairs is the industry leader of the collision repair industry, specialising in small, medium, and larger repairs. We are the pioneers of customer satisfaction and innovation standards, and pride ourselves on providing our employees with safe, supportive, and rewarding working conditions.About The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Mechanic to join either our AMA Group Solutions or Capital S.M.A.R.T Repairs team to undertake quality workmanship to ensure vehicles are returned to their pre-accident condition. This is a full-time position.Key Responsibilities:Diagnose damaged suspension parts and mechanical componentsDismantle and fit new mechanical and suspension parts.Quality control and inspection of vehicles.Test driving vehicles to ensure they meet quality repair standards.Perform wheel alignmentsCarry out system updates to diagnostic computers and wheel alignment computers when necessary.Label parts and store.Check new parts are correct and undamaged.Perform any adaptations based on completed diagnoses.Clean work bay and workshop areasAbout You:Experience And Training As a Qualified Mechanic (essential)Strong commitment to safety.Desire to grow and build skills.Good attitude, with excellent communication skills.High attention to detail and process driven.Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in your approach to work.We are leaders in the repair industry and offer:Team environmentOngoing trainingCareer opportunityLatest tools, equipment and processGreat opportunity to earn big $$$ for competent and efficient tradespeopleJunior-Mid experienced tradesperson $60-$80kMid-Senior tradesperson $80k-$100kAnnual salary and the opportunity to earn a production bonusNo matter who you are, if you have the drive and talent to progress, when you’re part of our Team, you’re going places - APPLY NOW.

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