Motor Mechanic Auto-Electrician

About Thamarrurr Development Corporation (TDC)

We are a not-for-profit registered charitable organisation owned by members of the Wangka Tjanpa and Lirga peoples. Based in the remote community of Wadeye (formerly Port Keats) in the NTs Western Daly River region we support the community across a broad range of services including Housing & Construction NDIS Aged Care Employment & Training Enterprise Development and more. Wadeye is one of Australias largest remote Indigenous communities.

About the Role

TDC is seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic / Auto-Electrician to provide full mechanical and auto-electrical services to the TDC fleet and private customer vehicles. The TDC Workshop is located in Wadeye and services everything from 4WDs and light vehicles to some heavy and light earth-moving equipment and other plant and machinery. This is a live-in-community role requiring strong customer relations skills and the ability to build and maintain good rapport with the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical servicing and repairs on engines transmissions suspensions braking systems earth-moving machinery and general fleet vehicles.
• Electrical and electronic system diagnostics installation maintenance and repair including wiring alternators starter motors lighting vehicle accessories air-conditioning/electrical systems and other auto-electrical components.
• Conducting routine maintenance preventive servicing troubleshooting and testing of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Completing documentation reporting on maintenance/repair history and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Selection Criteria / Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification (e.g. Motor Mechanic Auto-Electrician Diesel Mechanic or equivalent) with at least 2 years trade experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both mechanical and auto-electrical work ideally a dual-trade background or experience across both domains. Dual-qualified technicians (mechanic auto-electrician) are especially valuable.
• Air-conditioning licence and/or NT Roadworthy Inspectors Licence (desired).
• Australian drivers licence and ability to safely operate/drive a variety of vehicles and plant.
• Valid Police Check.
• Eligibility for necessary work / residential permits (NLC work/residential permits with assistance from TDC).
• Strong customer service skills ability to work independently and within a team and a respectful attitude to community and cultural values.

Benefits

• All tools supplied
• Salary range AUD p.a. superannuation (Salary negotiable depending on qualifications and experience)
• 6 weeks annual leave 17.5% leave loading
• Fully furnished accommodation provided
• Relocation assistance up to AUD 1500
• Tax-effective Not-for-Profit salary-packaging benefits (up to AUD 15899 tax-free)
• Opportunity to work in a remote community working on a diverse range of vehicles and equipment from light 4WDs to heavy plant and machinery

For a copy of the full Position Description and further information please contact