lead mechanic

lead mechanic

Private Advertiser | Melbourne, Victoria, AU

Posted 5 days ago

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Description

Not just any workshop. Not just any cars. Not just any mechanic.Benz star motors are a family run, Mercedes-focused European workshop built on 30+ years of trust. We are here to raise the standards as Melbourne’s most trusted independent European workshop specialising in passenger and commercial vehicles.


We deliver dealership quality Mercedes Benz servicing, diagnostics and repairs through elite technical knowledge, strict working systems and precision workmanship.


We build long term customer relationships through honest advice and family style customer experience. We are the mechanical workshop people trust with their cars and pride ourselves on this reputation. Our workshop is built on our values, and they guide every job we take on.


Position summary:


Great mechanics fix cars. Great leaders build great workshops.


We’re looking for an experienced mechanic with excellent leadership and delegation skills. You’ll know how to match the right person to the right job, keeping our busy workshop running smoothly from open to close.


Key responsibilities


Managing the workshop: allocate jobs, set priorities and keep work on schedule while also working on vehicles


Be a role model for the team, bringing Benz Star Motors' values to every job


Share responsibility for opening and closing, plan vehicle layout so the team always has room to work efficiently


Assist with invoicing and quoting systems


Be the technical lead: answer the team's questions, help with diagnosis and check work quality


Confident leading a team and simultaneously working on vehicles


Support and mentor junior mechanics and apprentices


Liaise with customers on quotes and repairs / order parts


Be a friendly-point of contact for customers, keeping them informed and happy with our work


Build strong customer relationships by answering questions and turning any issues into great outcomes


About you


Qualified mechanic with a minimum of 7 years experience


Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills


Experience leading a team, or ready to take that step


Calm, organised and able to make decisions under pressure


Clear communicator who can explain technical issues simply


Current driver's licence


7:30-5:00 Monday to Friday, no weekends


A senior role with real responsibility and the trust to run the floor


A supportive, friendly/family run team


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