Chassis Aligner

• Job Title and location: Chassis Aligner, Christchurch
• Position: You will use appropriate mechanical & hydraulic equipment to straighten & align chassis, body frames & other major components
• Minimum and maximum rate of pay: $38 - $47/hour
• Permanent full-time, 40 hours per week
• Minimum skills, experience and qualifications for the job: 5 years relevant experience, or Trade Qualification

The key purpose of the role is to use appropriate mechanical & hydraulic equipment to straighten & align chassis, body frames & other major components. This can involve repair of damage to metal, steel and aluminium on heavy vehicles. Duties involve removing damaged parts, use of cut, welding, and heat induction equipment to affect quality repairs. It may also be necessary to be competent in panel beater repair methods - grind, filling and sand repaired surfaces using power and hand tools.

• Chassis repairs on various vehicle makes and models
• Provide specialist repair services to the heavy transport industry;
• Shape and bend metal sections using hand and machine tools, and by heating and hammering;
• Select, clean and prepare metal stock;
• Clean and smooth welds by filling, chiseling and grinding;
• Align parts to be joined using measuring instruments;
• Cut marked-out metal sections and shapes using hand tools, flame cutting torches and metal cutting machinery;
• Join metal sections using various welding techniques;
• Join metal sections by bolting and riveting;
• Finish products by cleaning, filling and treatment.

• Understand and comply with safe work practices for self and others
• Adhere to all safe working procedures
• Timely Hazard and Incident reporting in accordance with policy
• Take reasonable care of yourself and others who may be affected by your actions
• Use and maintain appropriate protective equipment (PPE) as required

• Adhere to human resources policies including anti-discrimination, harassment and victimisation policies
• Adhere to workplace health and safety policies and proactively contribute in maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Display a positive attitude and be an active member of the team
• Treat others with respect

• Communication with workshop manager and other members of the team concerning the job on matters such as progress, problems encountered or adjusted

Key Attributes

• Attention to detail ensuring delivery of quality of product
• Effective time management to ensure deadlines are met. Prioritise work and competing activities appropriately.
• A continuous improvement approach applied to all activities undertaken in pursuit/ of improved work outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to use IT systems
• Demonstrate cooperation, respect, consideration, and tact in dealing with others
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Listen effectively and provide appropriate feedback.

Information :

• Company : Working In
• Position : Chassis Aligner
• Location : Christchurch, Canterbury
• Country : NZ