Technician

This is an essential role in the dealership, providing repair and servicing of our Guest's vehicles.

With a supportive General Manager, we have a caring and nurturing culture, that is focused on exceeding our guest’s expectations and developing future opportunities for our staff.

About Southside Toyota:

Southside Toyota is a long standing, award winning, high-volume, franchised Toyota dealer. We are part of Eagers Automotive, Australia's largest publicly listed and most dynamic automotive retailer employing over 8, 000 team members within Australia & New Zealand. With a footprint in every capital city- there are endless options for progressing your career. We are more than just automotive retailing; we are a multi-faceted cohort of great people doing great things.  

About this role: 

• Providing expert advice in relation to mechanical condition of vehicles
• Mechanical vehicle repair and servicing including engine, transmission, body and suspension components
• Diagnosis, and repair of vehicle issues and defects per dealer & manufacturer warranty processes, standards and guidelines
• Reporting all necessary work, service or repairs to the Service Manager and recording information using service reporting systems
• Test driving and conducting final assessments prior to return of vehicles to Guests
• Providing guidance and training including safe work practices to apprentice technicians
• Maintaining a safe working environment at all times
• Maintaining an up to date, high level of knowledge of all mechanical issues and changes of Toyota vehicles
• Ability to follow dealership and Toyota Australia procedures consistently
• Other general workshop duties where required

Must haves:

• Cert III or higher qualification as a Light Vehicle Mechanic
• Mechanical knowledge of Automotive Industry
• Knowledge and operation of all relevant Health & Safety regulations
• Ability to perform Road Worthy Checks on vehicles advantageous
• Toyota trained Technician, please only apply if this reflects in your experience

What’s on offer: 

• Support from a dedicated and professional team and manager
• Ongoing Brand & role training
• The chance to work in a high performing, busy environment
• Access to ongoing professional development and career progression within a national leading organisation
• Discounted health insurance
• Employee purchase policy
• Discounted finance and insurance
• Wellness initiatives: Gym Discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Brand & Hub Awards and functions
• Close to bus and train facilities
• Off street free staff parking 
• Good coffee machine and staff amenities

A detailed position description, work conditions, future career development & opportunities along with the remuneration package including commission structure will be discussed at the interview. 

As part of Eagers Automotive, we strongly believe in our Core Values: Integrity | Inclusiveness | Owner’s Mindset | Agility 

Please answer the following questions in your Cover Letter:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• How many years' experience do you have as an automotive technician?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• Have you completed a qualification in automotive mechanical technology?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Toyota Technician?