Qualified Motor Mechanic / Licensed Roadworthy Tester

Northside Fleet Services – Preston VIC

Full-Time | Permanent Position

Northside Fleet Services is looking for an experienced Qualified Motor Mechanic who holds a CURRENT Victorian Roadworthy Tester Licence to join our growing team in Preston.

We are an established, family-operated mechanical workshop servicing private, commercial and fleet vehicles. We pride ourselves on quality workmanship, honest service and creating a workshop environment where experienced mechanics are trusted and valued.

We're looking for someone who wants more than just their next job — ideally, we'd love to find someone who wants to become a long-term member of our team.

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To be considered for this position, you MUST:

- Be a fully qualified Motor Mechanic
- Hold a CURRENT Victorian Roadworthy Tester Licence
- Have valid working rights in Australia
- Hold a current Australian Driver Licence

We are unable to offer employer or visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have valid working rights in Australia. If you do not currently hold a Victorian Roadworthy Tester Licence, unfortunately you will not be suitable for this particular position.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include

- Conducting Victorian Roadworthy Certificate inspections in accordance with current requirements
- Logbook servicing and general vehicle servicing
- Mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance
- Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
- Brake, suspension and steering repairs
- General engine and driveline repairs
- Inspecting vehicles and identifying safety or mechanical concerns
- Servicing and maintaining private, commercial and fleet vehicles
- Using diagnostic equipment and scan tools
- Accurately documenting inspections, repairs and work performed
- Communicating additional repair requirements to workshop management




- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work area
- Following workshop procedures, OH&S; requirements and Roadworthy compliance obligations
- Assisting other members of the workshop team when required

What We Expect From You We're looking for a mechanic who:
- Takes genuine pride in their workmanship
- Has excellent attention to detail
- Understands the responsibility associated with carrying out Roadworthy inspections
- Is honest, dependable and punctual
- Can confidently work independently
- Works well as part of a team
- Doesn't cut corners and prioritises vehicle safety
- Can manage their time and workload effectively
- Communicates clearly when additional faults or repairs are identified
- Takes responsibility for the quality of their work
- Treats customers, vehicles and fellow staff with respect
- Has a positive attitude and is willing to contribute to the workshop
- Is interested in reliable, long-term employment

Essential Requirements

MUST HAVE:

- Australian-recognised Motor Mechanic qualification
- Current Victorian Roadworthy Tester Licence
- Current legal working rights in Australia
- Current Australian Driver Licence
- Previous hands-on mechanical workshop experience
- Strong servicing, repair and fault-finding abilities
- Good knowledge of workshop safety and compliance

Please do not apply if you require employer sponsorship, as we are currently unable to provide sponsorship for this position. Preferred / Highly Regarded The following would be advantageous but are not essential:





- Fleet vehicle servicing and maintenance experience
- Commercial vehicle experience
- Strong diagnostic and electrical fault-finding skills
- Experience with a wide variety of vehicle makes and models
- Air-conditioning accreditation/experience
- Heavy vehicle experience or additional testing licences
- EV or hybrid vehicle training
- Experience mentoring or assisting apprentices
- Experience using workshop management software
- Strong computer and administrative skills relating to vehicle inspections and job records

Why Join Northside Fleet Services? We want our mechanics to feel like part of the business, not just another employee number.

We offer

- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Monday–Friday work
- Stable, ongoing position
- Established customer and fleet base
- Variety of mechanical work
- Supportive, family-operated environment
- A workshop where experienced mechanics are trusted to do their job
- Opportunity to grow with the business
- Long-term career opportunity for the right person

If you're a qualified mechanic and Licensed Roadworthy Tester looking for a stable position with a workshop that values quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you. Apply through Indeed with your current resume and a brief introduction about yourself and your experience.

Northside Fleet Services

243 Dundas Street, Preston VIC 3072

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Licence/Certification:

- Motor Mechanic Qualification – Required
- Victorian Roadworthy Tester Licence – Required
- Australian Driver Licence – Required

Work Authorisation:

- Australia – Required
- Employer sponsorship is not available for this position.

Work Location: In person – Preston VIC Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 per week

Benefits

- Employee discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Automotive Mechanic (Preston)
🏢 Northside Fleet Services
📍 Preston