Diesel or Light Vehicle Mechanic

2 weeks ago

Hindmarsh Island, South Australia Des's Group Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

Join our friendly team that contributes towards providing a valuable service to your community

  • Opportunity to join a successful family owned business
  • Work with a passionate and forward-thinking team

This is a great opportunity for a motivated and reliable person to become a vital part of a growing team within a family owned business. Deliver a level of service in a well equipped work shop to a high standard that is professional and efficient.

Des's Group is a family owned business with experience in personal transport for nearly 60 years. It is versatile with its individual companies distributed throughout various locations in SA.

Due to continuous growth, we have a requirement for an experienced Diesel or Light Vehicle Mechanic.

Des's Group is an organisation that understands the importance of people and quality within its business and provides a unique opportunity for the right person to become an integral part of its friendly and supportive team.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager this position will have the responsibilities for the following:

  • Provide a professional level of service in-line with company policies and procedures
  • Deliver a high level of service providing a reliable maintenance program, in conjunction with repairs and breakdown support.
  • Ensure smart working practices are followed to contribute to ensuring and maintaining a smooth running of the daily operations of the company/workshop
  • Promote and portray a positive image for the Company
  • To be helpful, polite knowledgeable and resourceful
  • Provide and maintain a safe workplace in accordance with OHS policies and procedures

To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and attributes:

  • Trade qualified Diesel or Light Vehicle Mechanic
  • Has own reliable transport and tools
  • Holds a current driver's license (LR class preferred but not essential)
  • Demonstrates well-developed personal communication skills
  • Has good record keeping skills
  • Possess the ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to prioritise work commitments
  • Has the ability to listen and communicate well
  • Demonstrates an ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Has the ability to assist with apprentice training if required.
  • Possesses a strong focus on Workplace Health and Safety and can show a proven safety record

This is your opportunity to make your mark on the continued success of Des's Group

In return you will be part of a family-owned business, who is dedicated to developing their people.

Diesel or Light Vehicle Mechanic is a rewarding and responsible position within a growing dynamic company.

The position is initially offered on a casual basis for the probation period of three months, at which time a review will be performed with the view to offering the position on a permanent basis to the right applicant.

Please be sure to include a covering letter addressing the key criteria set out in the Job Description included to the right of the Job Details shown here as the first page of your resume.

This is an excellent opportunity. If you have the ability to work as part of a team, reliable, motivated and have core values and morals that represent those of the company, then we would like to hear from you

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