Motor Mechanics

**MOTOR MECHANICS Occupation description**

Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanics maintain, test and repair diesel engines and the mechanical parts of heavy road transport equipment such as freight trucks and passenger buses.

**Their job involves**:

- detecting and diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults in engines and parts.
- dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts.
- repairing and replacing worn and defective parts, reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed.
- performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations.
- reassembling engines and parts after being repaired.
- testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance.
- diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers.

**Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanics may also**:

- inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness.
- respond to vehicle breakdown service calls.

NOTE: This occupation is for motor mechanics working with heavy commercial vehicles in the automotive retail, service and repair industry. It does not extend to mobile plant, agricultural equipment or forklift mechanics or specialty areas such as automotive air-conditioning, brake or small engine mechanics.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,280.00-£42,270.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Melbourne: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

**Experience**:

- Motor Mechanic: 5 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Trade certificate or Diploma or Degree (required)

Work Location: In person