2iC Automotive Technician

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

As a senior workshop leader, you’ll play a key role in maintaining high technical standards, driving productivity and supporting the Branch Manager in day-to-day operations. This is a hands-on role with a clear balance of responsibilities:

• Approximately 70% hands-on technical work - diagnostics, repairs, servicing and complex problem-solving
• Approximately 30% leadership and workshop support - mentoring, workflow coordination and supporting performance standards

You’ll act as the link between management and the workshop team, ensuring quality workmanship, efficiency and a positive team culture.
  
TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES (MAJORITY OF ROLE):

• Perform advanced diagnostics across a wide range of vehicles
• Carry out repairs and servicing to a high professional standard
• Complete work efficiently within allocated labour times
• Accurately document findings, required parts, and recommendations
• Conduct final quality checks where required
• Maintain clean, safe, and organised work practices
• Support complex problem-solving and provide guidance to other technicians

  LEADERSHIP & WORKSHOP SUPPORT:

• Assist with daily workflow, scheduling, and workshop coordination
• Monitor and support productivity and efficiency targets
• Help manage comebacks and uphold quality control standards
• Contribute to team performance reviews and development
• Step into the Branch Manager role when required
• Assist with stock control and workshop organisation
• Mentor apprentices and junior technicians
• Provide hands-on training and identify skill development opportunities

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Trade-qualified Automotive Technician (Cert III Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent)
• 5+ years’ industry experience
• Strong diagnostic skills (electrical and mechanical)
• Proven ability to mentor and support a team
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Current driver’s licence

  WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

• Consistently high personal productivity
• Reduced rework through strong quality control
• Improved team capability and efficiency
• A positive, accountable workshop culture
• Strong adherence to safety and professional standards   

If you’re ready to lead from the front and grow your career we want to hear from you – APPLY today.