Type
: Full-time, Permanent
Employer
: SMWO Pty Ltd
About the Business
SMWO Pty Ltd is an established automotive repair and service business operating workshops in Glenorchy, Tasmania and Coburg North, Victoria. The Coburg workshop provides mechanical repair, servicing, diagnostics and automotive electrical work to private motorists and local businesses across Melbourne's northern suburbs. The business has built its reputation on accurate fault finding, honest advice and quality workmanship, with vehicles repaired properly the first time and returned to customers safely and on schedule. SMWO values reliability, attention to detail and a strong safety culture, and offers a qualified, supportive workshop environment where tradespeople are trusted to manage their own work while contributing to a close-knit team.
About the Position
SMWO Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Automotive Electrician to join its Coburg North workshop. The role is dedicated to diagnosing, repairing, maintaining and installing electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles, and is not a general motor mechanic position. As modern vehicles rely increasingly on electronic control, charging and accessory systems, the Automotive Electrician is a key specialist within the workshop, responsible for tracing faults accurately, completing electrical repairs efficiently and ensuring every vehicle's electrical systems and accessories operate safely and reliably before it is returned to the customer.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose electrical and electronic faults in motor vehicles using appropriate testing and diagnostic equipment
Inspect vehicle wiring, circuits, connectors and electrical components to identify faults and required repairs
Repair or replace damaged wiring, switches, relays, fuses, lamps and related electrical components




Diagnose and repair faults involving starter motors, alternators, charging systems and voltage regulation systems
Install and connect electrical equipment, electronic components and vehicle accessories
Test ignition and vehicle electrical systems and carry out necessary repairs or adjustments
Remove and replace defective electrical and electronic assemblies where required
Trace intermittent electrical faults and determine appropriate repair solutions
Test completed repairs and installations to confirm correct operation before vehicles are returned to customers
Use electrical diagrams, diagnostic information and manufacturer specifications when carrying out repairs
Maintain accurate records of faults identified, diagnostic work performed and repairs completed
Maintain tools and diagnostic equipment and follow workplace safety procedures
Requirements
Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply
Diploma of Automotive Technology or Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology, or another relevant qualification in automotive electrical systems or a closely related field
Minimum one year of relevant practical experience working with automotive electrical and electronic systems
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills, including experience using automotive electrical testing and diagnostic equipment
Sound knowledge of vehicle wiring, starting, charging, ignition and electronic control systems
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a workshop team
Good attention to detail and a commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship
Clear communication skills for explaining faults and repairs to colleagues and customers
Any licence or registration required to undertake the duties of the position
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📌 Automotive Electrician (Melbourne)
🏢 SMWO
📍 Melbourne