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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Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from 1 July 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the national minimum wage rate applicable to welders under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award is AU$25.75 per hour from 1 July 2026 for level C10 classification. This rate applies to full-time employees with ordinary hours of 38 per week and includes a 25% loading for casual welders. Overtime rates start at 150% for the first three hours after 38 weekly hours.
What visa is required for overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, overseas welders must hold a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494) if the occupation remains on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List. Applicants require a skills assessment from TRA showing at least three years relevant experience plus a Certificate III qualification. Visa grants for 2026 require employer sponsorship and payment of the Skilling Australians Fund levy of AU$1,200 for small businesses.
What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM30319) or equivalent plus a minimum of three years post-qualification experience for award classification at C10 level. Additional welding procedure qualifications under AS/NZS 1796 are required for pressure vessel work. No formal licensing exists nationally but state-based high-risk work licences apply for certain welding tasks.
How many ordinary hours and annual leave days apply to full-time welder positions in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, full-time welders work 38 ordinary hours per week averaged over a four-week period under the Manufacturing Award. Employees receive four weeks of paid annual leave per year plus 10 public holidays and up to 10 days personal leave. Additional entitlements include long service leave after seven years of continuous service.
