Auto Electrician

Company Description

At Newhaul, we pride ourselves on being a leading logistics company committed to excellence, innovation and sustainable practices. We transport iron ore from the Mid-West region to our Geraldton Port facility, ensuring efficiency and reliability every step of the way. Our success is driven by our dedicated team who embody our core values of team thinking, simplicity, making a difference, and transparency.

Job Description

The new Auto-Electrician role with Newhaul’s Workshop in Geraldton exists to to maintain, service and repair various electrical and telematics systems in line with manufacturing specifications and statutory requirements to enable best possible equipment availability and utilisation.

Reporting directly to the Workshop Managers, the responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Carrying out maintenance service to repair various electrical and telematics systems in accordance with manufactures specifications.
• Carrying out maintenance, service and repairs to various automotive airconditioning systems in accordance with Arc requirements.
• Utilising maintenance systems, diagnostic testing equipment, hand tools, and workshop equipment, ensuring a high level of technical competence.
• Systematically diagnosing faults in heavy vehicles, prioritising safety, accuracy, and efficiency within specified timeframes.
• Promptly reporting new issues or faults to management, emphasising a proactive approach to addressing potential problems.
• Effectively managing directed work orders, responding promptly to both driver and workshop repair requests, ensuring a streamlined and efficient workflow
• Undertaking on-the-job training and providing training to others as required, emphasising commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Completing required workshop documentation, paperwork, and in-system data accurately and promptly, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Operating within company and regulatory safety requirements, including undertaking training, conducting risk assessments, reporting incidents and hazards, and participating in workplace investigations.

Qualifications

As a member of the Newhaul team, you'll be part of a dynamic company that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation. We believe in fostering a supportive work environment where every employee's contribution is valued and where continuous improvement is encouraged.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (AUR30320).
• Arc Refrigeration Ticket.
• Current valid C class drivers’ licence.  
• Strong safety focus.
• Proven track record of technical knowledge and strict adherence to on-road heavy vehicle maintenance, compliance with statutory requirements such as NHVAS, WAHVA, Worksafe & DMP.
• Demonstrated experience in repetitive routines at a consistent and steady pace, ensuring a focus on accuracy and maintaining a high quality of work.
• Ability to promptly and accurately diagnose faults safely, accurately, in a timely manner, emphasising efficiency.  
• Ability to work effectively within established systems, standards, and procedures, showcasing a commitment to adherence and reliability.
• Ability to contribute to decision-making process within a clearly defined job scope, aligning decisions with defined policies and procedures while being supported by management.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and upkeep of technical knowledge and competencies.
• Effective communications with ability to escalate issue and contribute to sound problem-solving.
• Ability to produce highly precise and accurate work, ensuring a meticulous approach to tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work both day and night 11-hour shifts.

Additional Information

What’s on Offer 

• Residential position with a local leading transport company.
• $63.50 hourly rate plus more.
• Depot Wellness Hub - Massage Chairs, Infrared Sauna, Hyperbaric Chamber, Carol Bike, Yoga Room with more to come. 
• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing programs.
• Access to employee discounts, with up to 400+ Retail stores. 
• A state of art workshop and tooling for you to enjoy your work.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.

About Us

Establishing ourselves in 2020, Newhaul is not your average haulage provider. With current pit-to-port operations transporting iron ore out of the Weld Range to the Geraldton port, we recognise that technology is a critical component of our business and are committed to investing in the latest innovations to stay ahead of the curve.  

From our world first driving simulator, operational dashboards and processes, digitising our workshop and leveraging AI with a deep understanding of our data, we are constantly inspiring excellence.  

To learn more about us and our company values, please visit: www.newhaul.com.au

To Apply 

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Newhaul believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, which is why we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.