Junior Automotive Workshop Technician Perth Metro
Full‐Time | Performance‐Based Progression | Long‐Term Career Opportunity
We are a high‐standard automotive detailing and paint correction workshop seeking a Junior Workshop Technician to join our growing team family‐run business. It's an opportunity to build a long‐term career in a business that values workmanship, accountability, and pride in results.
We are open to both junior/inexperienced candidates (full training provided) and experienced technicians. What matters most to us is a passion for all things cars and automotive and attitude, reliability, and care.
About the Role
You will be working hands‐on with vehicles across washing, decontamination, paint preparation, polishing, paint correction, and ceramic coating application for a broad range of vehicles. This is a physically demanding role requiring stamina, energy, and consistency. Some days may finish early once workflow is completed.
We operate in a small team environment where every person makes a significant impact.
What We're Looking For
Technical skills can be taught. Character cannot.
We are specifically seeking someone who is a young male or female car enthusiast hobbyist and demonstrates:
* Strong work ethic and reliability
* High attention to detail
* Pride in workmanship
* Willingness to learn and take feedback
* Ability to follow processes correctly and consistently
* Initiative and accountability
* Emotional resilience in a high‐standard environment
* Care when working with customer vehicles
If you're looking for an automotive career — not just a pay cheque — we want to hear from you.
Junior / Inexperienced Technician Pathway $1,000 Cash Sign on Bonus after first 7 days!
Starting Rate: $25.00 per hour (inclusive of super). Above award rate. Full training provided.
Stage 1 – Probation (6–8 weeks)
Increase to $26.50/hr inc. super upon demonstrating:
* Reliability and punctuality
* Positive attitude
* Safe vehicle handling
* Correct wash/decontamination/drying processes
* Basic machine polishing
* Proper ceramic coating application
Stage 2 – Independent Basic Tasks (3–4 months)
Increase to $28.00/hr inc. super when able to:
* Work autonomously with minimal supervision
* Inspect own work to high standard
* Begin understanding paint correction
* Maintain low rework levels
Stage 3 – Productive Team Member (6–9 months)
$30–$32/hr inc. super once able to:
* Prep, polish, and ceramic coat independently
* Perform high‐quality paint correction
* Safely use multiple polishing systems
* Contribute meaningfully to workflow
* Reduce load on senior technicians
At this stage, you are no longer considered junior.
Experienced Workshop Technician Pathway
Entry Rate: $30.00/hr inc. super (4–6 week capability verification period)
After Verification (4–8 weeks)
$33–$35/hr inc. super upon demonstrating:
* Correct prep and masking procedures
* Safe, confident tool usage
* Clean finishing and low rework
* Professional conduct and team fit
Productive Technician (3–4 months)
$35–$37/hr inc. super if you:
* Carry a meaningful job load
* Maintain quality under volume
* Reduce pressure on management
* Support junior team members
Senior‐Level Contribution (6+ months)
$39–$41+ per hour inc. super for technicians trusted with complex, high‐value work.
Why Join Us?
* Performance‐based pay progression (not time‐based)
* Family Friendly Business – Personable
* Clear development pathway
* Small, supportive team environment
* High standards and pride in output
* Long‐term growth opportunity
Note: Must have full unlimited working rights and PR or Citizenship or Bridging PR Visa.
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