Motor Mechanic (General) – Cooling Systems Specialist
Location: Perth, WA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Join TASOCS – Specialists in Heavy-Duty Cooling Systems
TASOCS is a leading Australian specialist in the repair, refurbishment and manufacture of heavy-duty cooling system components. We support customers across the mining, construction, transport, marine, power generation and industrial sectors, delivering high-quality solutions for Caterpillar equipment, heavy vehicles, mobile plant and other critical machinery.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking a qualified Motor Mechanic (General) to join our workshop team. This is a unique opportunity to apply your mechanical trade skills in a specialised environment working on heavy-duty cooling system components rather than routine vehicle servicing.
About the Role
As a Motor Mechanic – Cooling Systems Specialist, you will inspect, diagnose, service, repair, test and refurbish cooling system components used across a wide range of equipment including:
- Heavy vehicles
- Mobile plant
- Caterpillar equipment
- Generators
- Marine engines and vessels
- Industrial equipment
You will work on components including:
- Radiators
- Engine oil coolers
- Hydraulic oil coolers
- Transmission and gearbox coolers
- Charge air coolers
- Aftercoolers
- Heat exchangers
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
- Diagnosing faults in heavy-duty cooling system components
- Assessing failures including overheating, oil and coolant contamination, pressure loss, leaks, blocked cores, corrosion and mechanical damage
- Inspecting components removed from engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems and marine equipment
- Dismantling, cleaning and preparing components for repair or refurbishment
- Performing pressure testing and leak testing
- Replacing seals, gaskets, fittings and associated components
- Recording inspection findings, test results and repair recommendations
- Following workshop procedures, quality standards and safety requirements
- Working collaboratively with our Service and Caterpillar departments to deliver high-quality repairs on time
- Maintaining workshop equipment and a clean, safe work environment
About You
To be successful you will have:
- Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent trade qualification)
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- Experience working as a qualified motor mechanic
- The ability to read technical instructions and complete workshop documentation
- A strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Highly regarded:
- Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
- Experience with Caterpillar equipment, heavy vehicles, mobile plant or marine engines
- Forklift Licence (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent position
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Ongoing training in specialist cooling system repair and refurbishment
- Opportunity to work on a wide variety of heavy equipment and industrial machinery
- Supportive team environment
- Stable and growing Australian business
- Career development opportunities
Why TASOCS?
At TASOCS, we are recognised for our technical expertise in heavy-duty cooling systems. We invest in our people, provide specialised training, and offer the opportunity to develop skills that are highly valued across mining, transport, industrial and marine industries.
If you're a qualified Motor Mechanic looking for a role beyond general vehicle servicing and want to develop specialist skills in a growing industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and join the TASOCS team.
Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
