Leading Hand Technician

Built from the ground up over a quarter of a century and backed by family values, we’re the one-stop auto shop that always goes above and beyond.

That’s the Northeast experience.

As a Leading Hand Technician at our dealership, you will be an advanced diagnostic specialist with exceptional auto electrical capability. You will lead by example while servicing, repairing and maintaining a range of trucks and commercial vehicles, taking ownership of the most complex and technically challenging jobs in the workshop.

You will deliver high quality workmanship, accurately diagnose faults, and play a key leadership role between technicians and management. This role is hands on and technical, with a strong focus on supporting, guiding and mentoring others to lift capability across the workshop and ensure every vehicle leaves operating safely and at peak performance.

Relocation Assistance

We are committed to securing the right person for this role and are open to discussing relocation assistance for an outstanding candidate. This opportunity may suit someone currently based in Melbourne who is seeking a genuine tree change and the chance to build a long-term career in Shepparton, while enjoying a more balanced lifestyle and strong community environment.

About the role

• Lead and support the day-to-day operations of the workshop
• Take ownership of advanced diagnostics and complex fault finding across heavy vehicles
• Diagnose complex mechanical and technical faults across heavy vehicles and machinery
• Carry out and support engine, transmission and differential rebuilds where required
• Allocate and plan jobs to ensure efficient workflow and turnaround times
• Provide hands on technical guidance to technicians and apprentices
• Assist with the most difficult and high risk repairs in the workshop
• Coordinate parts requirements and job planning with the Parts and Service teams
• Review completed work and ensure all paperwork and documentation is accurate
• Mentor and develop apprentices and technicians
• Promote and maintain a strong safety focused workplace
  
  About you 

• Trade qualification in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (dual trade advantageous)
• Extensive industry experience with advanced diagnostic capability
• Proven experience as a senior technician, leading hand or similar role
• Strong auto electrical skills and confidence working with complex systems
• Strong technical and diagnostic capability across heavy vehicles and machinery
• Rebuild experience across engines, transmissions and differentials highly regarded
• Ability to plan work, identify parts and solve problems efficiently
• Confident communicator with natural leadership and mentoring skills
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Driver’s licence (HR Licence advantageous)

About Us

Established in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award-winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 600 people in South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Northern Territory.

We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.

We are a high-performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second-to-none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.

Ready to make the move?

Accelerate your career and apply now.

*Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre-employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre-Employment Medical.

Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

In order to maintain a safe work environment and comply with legal regulations Northeast East Auto Group conducts random drug and alcohol testing as part of its employment policies.

Respectfully, no agencies please.