About Billy
Job Title
Automotive Technician
Department / Team
Workshop
Location
Perth, Western Australia
Billy Hayes is an automotive technician with over eight years of experience across dealership and workshop environments, including time with a Ford dealership and prior roles in Victoria. He began his career in 2016 through school-based training and quickly developed a strong practical foundation in mechanical repair and servicing.
Growing up in South Australia with a background in farming, Billy developed an early interest in fixing and maintaining equipment. This hands-on approach continues to shape his work today, where he applies practical problem-solving skills across a wide range of vehicles, including cars, bikes, and small engines.
Billy has experience working within structured dealership servicing systems, as well as fast-paced workshop environments. He was recognised with an Express Servicing Award for his role in delivering efficient, team-based servicing, completing vehicle services within strict timeframes while maintaining quality standards.
He holds a qualification in mechanical automation and continues to expand his skill set, with a focus on further developing his expertise in light vehicle mechanics. Billy is known for his reliability, efficiency, and strong mechanical intuition, making him a valuable part of the workshop team.
Industry Sectors
- Automotive servicing
- Dealership servicing
- General mechanical repairs
Geographic Markets
- Western Australia
- Victoria
- South Australia
Key Projects
- Express servicing program – delivered high-efficiency servicing in a team-based environment, completing services within strict timeframes
- Dealership servicing experience – worked within structured manufacturer service systems at Ford
- Broad mechanical work – experience across cars, bikes, and small engines
Areas of Specialisation
- General automotive servicing
- Express servicing and efficiency-based workflows
- Small engine and mechanical repair
Award Name
Express Servicing Award
Awarding Body
Ford Dealership (Australia-wide recognition)
What it Recognises
Awarded for performance in express servicing, demonstrating speed, efficiency, and effective teamwork in completing vehicle services within tight timeframes.
Formal Degree(s)
- Trade qualification in Mechanical Automation
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