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SalaryDongara Marine is an industry leader in the boat building and maintenance sector in WA. With a highly experienced Management Team and a diverse workforce, we have the capability to undertake virtually every aspect of new construction, repair/modification, and vessel support for both commercial and government clients.
Having recently relocated from Dongara to purpose-built facilities in Geraldton, to support the continuing growth of the business, we are looking to expand our team with the appointment of several key positions.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications ($70,000 to $85,000+ Opportunity to grow )
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
- Job security - join a well-established and innovative Boat Builder with ongoing contracts.
- Work/Life balance – we want our people to be at their best and promote a happy work/life balance to ensure this.
ABOUT THE ROLE
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Motor Mechanic to join our growing team. This position will be responsible for:
- Assisting Marine Fitter to install engines, jet units, rudders, shafts and fuel systems on new vessels and existing vessels to pass survey.
- Work Standards: To be measured by job being completed on budget and time and no faults.
- Maintain work vehicles with servicing and repairs.
- Work Standards:
- To be measured by on time servicing as per Vehicle Register
- To attend vessels in breakdown scenarios to diagnose and recommend appropriate solutions.
RESPONSIBLITIES
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Being able to take engines apart including steering systems, transmission, and other parts.
- Finding faults in the mechanical and electrical parts of the engine
- To carry out services as per service requirements for engines including routine oil changes, tune-ups to ensure engines remain compliant with pollution requirements.
- Repair and replace parts such as air filters, belts etc as per service schedules.
- Being able to put engines back together after service has been performed.
- Fine tuning parts after installation for correct performance
- Using electronic equipment to assist with the detection of faults and testing new and used equipment.
- Assist with SeaTrials to ensure engines are working as per manufacturer’s requirements.
- Also ensure all work vehicles are roadworthy.
- Performing routine maintenance and inspections on various vehicle makes and models.
- Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.
- Repairing and replacing faulty components, such as engines, transmissions, brakes, and suspension systems
ABOUT YOU: Our ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position
- CertificateIII in Automotive Mechanical Technology
- Can work within a team.
- Can work unsupervised.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Meet strict deadlines.
- Sound time management and people skills.
Dongara Marine believes that its greatest asset is its people and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Summary of role requirements:
- Looking for candidates available to work:
- Monday: Morning, Afternoon
- Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
- Friday: Morning, Afternoon
- Saturday: Morning, Afternoon
- More than 4 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Work visa can be provided for this role
- Expected start date for role: 08 May 2024
- Expected salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year
