Job reference - 1422886

• Leading, long-established dealership and accredited employer in the "Winterless North"
• Top hourly rates, overtime, continued training and excellent staff benefits available
• Franchise dealership experience and advanced brand training a must

 
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Your next opportunity awaits in Whangārei
We are seeking an experienced Automotive Technician with Master Technician brand training to join a respected franchise dealership in Whangārei. The role offers a professional, well-supported environment with a strong focus on quality workmanship, teamwork, and exceptional customer service.
 
Whangārei, the gateway to Northland and the Bay of Islands, offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, affordable housing, and a slower pace of life, making it ideal for those seeking career growth alongside lifestyle balance.


Benefits of the role

• Enjoy life in Whangārei - a vibrant city surrounded by beaches, bush, and a subtropical climate
• Be part of a well-known Kiwi owned company with first-class dealerships and busy workshops
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training to keep your skills current
• Work on high-quality, well-known vehicle brands using modern tools and equipment in a professional dealership environment with a brand new service centre
• Join a collaborative, close-knit team that values support, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• With a clear path for career advancement, you'll have the opportunity to climb the ladder and take on leadership roles within the organisation
• Enjoy competitive, experience-based pay of between $33-$40 per hour, with additional earning potential for auto electrical skills and a WOF licence.
• This is a permanent, full-time role with a minimum of 40 hours per week

The role

• As a qualified technician, you will be performing scheduled servicing, routine maintenance, diagnostics and fault finding, as well as minor and major repairs on passenger cars
• With your advanced brand training and diagnostics skills, you will be using advanced diagnostic tools and technical resources to find and resolve faults
• Collaborate with the wider service team to efficiently resolve technical issues and challenges
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date service documentation, including all work completed and parts used

 
Role requirements

• A recognised automotive trade qualification is essential
• Proven post-apprenticeship experience working on passenger vehicles within a dealership environment
• Advanced franchise brand training to Master Technician level on Asian vehicle brands is required (e.g. Mitsubishi or Mazda)
• Strong diagnostic capability with solid mechanical and electrical repair skills
• Ability to work autonomously while consistently meeting workshop deadlines
• Clear communication skills and a strong focus on delivering excellent customer service
• A genuine commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up with new automotive technologies
• Auto electrical repair experience and a current WOF licence are highly sought after

How to apply
Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome. If you are based offshore and wanting to move to New Zealand and meet the requirements - please APPLY NOW. We are able to assist you with your visa requirements making the process easy and seamless.

If reading online, click the APPLY NOW section and submit your application online. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion. Phone during NZ business hours: The international landline is +64 9 271 3200.

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