Employment/Job Opportunities

UMR Engines is seeking an experienced Engine Reconditioner / Engine Assembler to join our Slacks Creek workshop.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with practical engine reconditioning experience who takes pride in accurate machining, assembly and workmanship.

The role may include:

• Cylinder boring and honing
• Engine block deck machining
• Connecting rod reconditioning
• Cylinder head reconditioning
• Engine component inspection and precision measuring
• Complete engine assembly
• Reconditioning petrol and diesel engines across a wide range of makes and models
• General engine machining and reconditioning processes

Experience using equipment such as a Sunnen connecting rod hone, semi-automatic hydraulic cylinder hone and Rottler air-float boring bar would be an advantage.

What we're looking for:

• Previous engine reconditioning, machining or engine assembly experience
• Good mechanical knowledge and attention to detail
• Ability to accurately measure and assess engine components
• Pride in producing quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small workshop team

What we offer:

• Full-time position
• Above-award remuneration, negotiable according to experience and ability
• Potential weekly performance bonuses following completion of the probationary period
• Selected training where required
• Access to our dedicated air-conditioned engine assembly room
• Established workshop with engine machining and reconditioning equipment on site

UMR Engines is a long-established, family-owned business. We value good communication, quality workmanship and a workplace where both our customers and staff are treated with respect.

Think you're the right person for the role? We'd like to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced mechanic who is comfortable working across a broad range of passenger vehicles, 4WDs and light commercial vehicles.

The position is initially available on a casual basis, with the potential to become full-time following a successful probationary period. Remuneration is negotiable according to qualifications, experience and skill level.

The role may include:

• General vehicle servicing and maintenance
• Petrol and diesel vehicle repairs
• 4WD servicing and repairs
• Brake repairs
• Steering and suspension repairs
• Cooling-system diagnosis and repairs
• Cylinder head removal and replacement
• Engine diagnosis and repairs
• General mechanical and diagnostic work

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Motor Mechanic
• Practical diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Experience with general servicing and mechanical repairs
• Ability to work on a variety of makes and models
• Good attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small workshop team

What we offer:

• Negotiable remuneration based on experience and skill level
• Potential progression from casual to full-time employment
• Varied mechanical work rather than repetitive servicing alone
• Access to an established workshop with in-house engine and cylinder head reconditioning capabilities
• Support from an experienced workshop team

UMR Engines is a long-established, family-owned business operating since 1975. We value quality workmanship, good communication and treating both our customers and staff with respect.

Think you're the right person for the role? We'd like to hear from you.