Mechanic's assistant
Bridgestone Select Tyre & Auto Oakleigh

Bridgestone Select Tyre & Auto Oakleigh offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in the automotive industry. Since its establishment, the company has built a strong reputation for exceptional customer service and support. They provide top-notch tyre and auto services, with friendly and knowledgeable staff ready to assist with everything from selecting the perfect set of tyres to comprehensive auto repair services.

Skills You Might Learn

•Development of a broad base of skills necessary to maintain and service motor vehicles.
•Solid grounding in automotive maintenance and repair, providing a pathway to an automotive apprenticeship.
•Experience working with power tools and equipment essential to the occupation and business.
•Skills in liaising and working with colleagues, managers, customers/clients, and suppliers.
•Application of safe working practices.

Typical Tasks & Duties

•Changing oil and filters.
•Removing and replacing tyres, wheels.
•Checking tyre pressures.
•Checking and topping up fluid levels.
•Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
•General vehicle servicing and repairs.
•Working on brakes.
•Communicating with customers via phone, email, or face-to-face to assist with their service and spare part requirements.
•Performing other duties as directed by the supervisor.

Student Requirements

•Genuine interest in the automotive trade.
•Strong willingness to work in this area.
•Punctuality and hard work.
•Ability to listen and take direction.
•Initiative.
•Good interpersonal skills.

Dress Requirements

Appropriate clothing for an auto workshop and steel-capped boots are required.

Special Transport Requirements

If you are traveling by train, alight at Oakleigh train station and take Bus 693. Alight after three stops at Stamford Rd/Ferntree Gully Rd. From there, it is a one-minute walk to the destination at 1B Ferntree Gully Rd, Oakleigh VIC 3166.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• AUR20520 - Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology
• AUR20716 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
• AUR20920 - Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology