Mechanic

Mechanic


Company
Autorite Service Centre
Location
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
131 days ago
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Job Description
An excellent opportunity is available for a hardworking and reliable individual who is looking for a career in the automotive industry We are a family-owned company in the East Perth and have been in business for over 20 years. There are 2 sides of the business from servicing and repairing vehicle and 4WD. The other side of the business is selling and servicing CV joints, Tail shafts and all underbody parts of vehicles. You will be required to service and repair vehicles do pickups and delivery of vehicle parts, overhauling of CV joints and shafts as well as Tail shafts and with time learn the procures of selling parts. This is a very unique position within the trade to lean more than changing oil like bigger workshops. At the end of your Apprenticeship, you will have a vast array of skills from running small to medium business, great hand skills, problem solving skills, and office skills that can lead you into whatever direction you choose to take with in the industry.What We're Looking ForA happy easy going person.Current C Class Manual Driver's License A MUSTStrong mechanical aptitudeAbility to work autonomously and in a team environmentEffective time management skills and good attention to detailCert II in Automotive Servicing Technology desirable however not essential

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Q What is the award minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for a qualified welder at AU$29.75 per hour under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award as of 1 July 2026. Casual welders receive a 25% loading on top of this base rate. Ordinary hours are capped at 38 per week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after that threshold.
Q Which visa allows overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026 and what is the application fee?
The Department of Home Affairs requires welders to obtain a skills assessment and apply for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which permits employment for up to four years. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.0.
Q What qualification and experience level is required to work as a welder in Australia?
The Fair Work Ombudsman states that welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent plus at least two years post-qualification experience to meet award classification level C10. Recognition of prior learning is accepted only when verified by a registered training organisation. No formal licence is mandated nationally but site-specific tickets are often required.
Q How many hours per week and how much annual leave do welders receive under Australian awards in 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman confirms welders work a standard 38 ordinary hours per week under the Manufacturing Award with four weeks of paid annual leave accruing each year. Leave loading of 17.5% applies when leave is taken. Additional personal leave of 10 days per year is provided on top of annual leave.
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