Light Vehicle Mechanic in Brisbane

Chandlers Corner Auto Centre – Ashgrove QLD

Ashgrove, QLD, Full Time, Trades & Services

Vacancy Listing Dates 3/08/2026 to 31/08/2026

Please Quote Reference Number 17929

• Skilled Light Vehicle Mechanic wanted
• Full time role working 38 hours a week
• Join the Ashgrove Chandlers Corner Auto Centre team

The Trustee for The Burrows Family Trust T/A Chandlers Corner Auto Centre are seeking a reliable and honest Light Vehicle Mechanic who demonstrates strong punctuality and maintains a polite and respectful attitude in the workplace. The successful candidate will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and sound problem solving skills without the need for constant supervision. The role requires someone who can perform efficiently in a busy, fast paced workshop environment.

You will be working alongside two fully qualified Australian mechanics in a collaborative and supportive workshop environment.

Your role will include, but is not limited to:

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults in light vehicles by conducting inspections and using diagnostic equipment to identify underlying issues.
• Dismantle and examine engines and related systems, assessing components to determine necessary repairs or replacements.
• Repair or replace worn or defective parts and reassemble vehicle systems in accordance with manufacturer standards.
• Perform routine servicing, including fluid changes, lubrication, adjustments and engine tuning to maintain vehicle performance and reliability.
• Test and evaluate vehicles after servicing or repair, including road testing where required, to ensure safe operation and proper functionality.

Applicants must hold a relevant trade qualification AQF Certificate IV with at least one year of relevant experience. Alternatively, at least three years of full time relevant experience in lieu of a formal qualification.

We are looking for hands‐on experience working across a wide range of vehicle models, including modern vehicles, older models from the 1980s, and classic or vintage vehicles from the 1940s and 1950s.

Applicants will also have:

• Strong diagnostic and fault‐finding skills using modern diagnostic equipment for light vehicles.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
• Skilled in engine dismantling, inspection, and component assessment.
• Experience in repairing, replacing, and reassembling vehicle components to manufacturer standards.
• Ability to perform routine servicing, including engine tuning and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to conduct post‐repair inspections and road testing to ensure safe and reliable vehicle operation.

A salary of $79,000 - $85,000 will be offered to the successful candidate.