Automotive Electrician - Gold Coast

Gold Coast, Australia
Automotive Electrician - Gold Coast
Company
AMA Group Ltd
Location
Gold Coast
Job type
Full-time
Posted
188 days ago
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Job description
About AMAThe AMA Group, is Australia's largest network of accident repair facilities, which currently comprises of over 120 outlets and over 2,200 employees across Australia and New Zealand.The AMA Group's success is a result of our commitment of providing our clients and work providers with quality and cost-effective repairs, as well as exceptional customer service. Our people is what makes this possible and are therefore our focus. We invest in our people. Creating the leaders of today and developing the skills for tomorrow.About Capital S.M.A.R.TWith over 50 repair centres across Australia and New Zealand, Capital S.M.A.R.T Repairs is the industry leader of the collision repair industry, specialising in small, medium, and larger repairs. We are the pioneers of customer satisfaction and innovation standards, and pride ourselves on providing our employees with safe, supportive, and rewarding working conditions.About The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Auto Electricians to join either our AMA Group Solutions or Capital S.M.A.R.T Repairs team to undertake quality workmanship to ensure vehicles are returned to their pre-accident condition. This is a full-time position.Key Responsibilities:Perform inspections and complete damage reports as per company proceduresCarry out mechanic diagnosis, repair and replacements as requiredPerform repairs and refurbishing of recycled parts to required quality standardsEnsure no vehicle or component is ever refitted or supplied if not safe to do soUpon request carry out minor/small repairs as per Job SheetIf required, notate broken parts/extra repairs and submit to Estimator.Handle all vehicles with due care and attentionEnsure your work complies with AMA’s QA standards and sign the QA Sheet to confirm you have checked your work and it meets AMA standards.BenefitsKnock off early Friday’s – finish at noon EVERY Friday!Opportunities to build your career with leadership and skills trainingRecognition awards for excellent work and service length milestones24/7 free, professional and confidential counselling service for you and your familyMonthly team BBQsUniforms for repair centre team membersDiscounts on Australia’s largest range of auto partsWe are leaders in the repair industry and offer:Team environmentOngoing trainingCareer opportunityLatest tools, equipment and processGreat opportunity to earn big $$$ for competent and efficient tradespeopleJunior-Mid experienced tradesperson $60-$80kMid-Senior tradesperson $80k-$100kAnnual salary and the opportunity to earn a production bonusIf you are hardworking, motivated and seeking a career a with an industry leader please apply online.All applications will be treated in strictest confidence.

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