mechanic

• Competitive Salary + 14% Super + Salary Packaging

• Permanent Full-Time Role

• Remote Northern Territory Locations

Randstad has partnered with ALPA (Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation), one of Australia’s largest Aboriginal-owned benevolent corporations. We are seeking passionate individuals ready to bring their skills to some of the most beautiful and remote parts of Northern Australia. This isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to support the social and economic development of remote communities.

This role is essential for delivering reliable mechanical repairs and maintaining key transport infrastructure for remote communities while driving the workshop's financial and operational performance.

• Diagnose motor vehicle faults using both manual and electronic diagnostic equipment

• Provide accurate estimates and quotes for mechanical repairs and servicing using historical and electronic guidance

• Undertake light vehicle mechanical repairs and routine servicing in line with Australian Consumer Law

• Complete job cards and prepare customer invoices accurately upon completion of work

• Drive budget targets, manage cost controls, and take overall responsibility for the workshop's Profit and Loss outcomes

• Order stock, manage inventory, and conduct regular stock takes of workshop consumables

• Maintain workshop cleanliness and safely dispose of waste products according to approved procedures

• Coach, mentor, and supervise workshop apprentices, mechanics, and administrative personnel

• Maintain a strong commitment to work health and safety while championing organisational values

You are a trade-qualified mechanic with strong leadership qualities, commercial acumen, and the communication skills required to thrive in a remote cross-cultural setting.

• Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent trade qualification based on a 4-year apprenticeship

• Proven experience undertaking diagnostics across a wide range of vehicles, particularly 4WD models

• Experience using electronic stock control, job management, and invoicing systems

• Highly effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills adapted for individuals of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds

• Capacity to manage P&L outcomes, drive financial targets, and control operational costs

• Willingness to undertake formal training at the Certificate IV level to enhance skills and service offerings

• Prior experience living in a remote Aboriginal community or working within the Northern Territory is highly desirable

• Possession of a Forklift (LF) or Heavy Rigid (HR) license is beneficial

• FREE Accommodation and utilities fully covered

• 7 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

• 14% superannuation

• Two return flights per year to Darwin or Cairns

• Mobile phone and streaming allowance

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in remote First Nations communities

Next Steps

If you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role apply now with a current resume. For more information or a confidential discussion about your next career move, please contact the recruitment team on alpa@randstad.com.au or on (08) 8923 4390.