Auto electrician

Auto electrician


Company
Northeast Auto Group
Location
Greater Adelaide Area
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
As an Auto Electrician with Northeast Isuzu your primary responsibility is supporting the maintenance, diagnostics, and fitment of electrical systems across heavy vehiclesAbout The RoleFitting and servicing electrical accessories – including but not limited to side lights, taillights, spotlights, beacons, fridges, inverters, and isolator switchesDiagnosing and repairing electrical faults on heavy vehiclesRouting and repairing wiring loomsOperating and maintaining both hand and power tools and workshop equipmentFollowing safety protocols and maintaining a clean working environmentPerforming quality checks and reporting any issues to supervisorsSupporting the team with general workshop tasks as requiredAbout YouCertificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (essential)Strong understanding of heavy vehicle electrical systems with an automotive backgroundAbility to work in a collaborative environmentBasic knowledge of hand and power toolsGood communication and problem-solving skillsStrong commitment to safetyForklift Licence (desirable)About UsEstablished 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, an 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 moveAccelerate 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 and random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment.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.Respectfully, no agencies please.Share

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Q What is the national minimum wage for truck and delivery drivers in Australia from July 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the national minimum wage for driver roles is AU$25.10 per hour as of 1 July 2026 for award-covered positions. Full-time drivers receive an additional 25% loading for overtime beyond 38 hours per week under the Road Transport and Distribution Award. Casual drivers must be paid a minimum 25% casual loading on top of the base rate.
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As per the Department of Home Affairs, international drivers must hold a valid Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Working Holiday visa (subclass 417 or 462) with work rights listed for occupation code 733111. Applicants need a skills assessment and employer sponsorship before arrival, with processing taking 31 to 90 days as of January 2026.
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As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, applicants require a current Australian Heavy Rigid (HR) or Heavy Combination (HC) licence issued by a state road authority plus at least 12 months of recent driving experience in the past 3 years. No formal education qualification is mandated but a valid medical certificate renewed every 5 years is compulsory.
Q How many hours per week and how much annual leave do drivers receive under Australian awards in 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, full-time drivers work a maximum of 38 ordinary hours per week plus reasonable overtime under the Road Transport Award. Employees accrue 4 weeks of paid annual leave per year plus 10 days of personal leave, with leave loading of 17.5% paid on annual leave taken after 1 January 2026.
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