2x Automotive Technician

InghamDriven; Rotorua, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid

40-hour week

Training & career development

Modern workshop equipment

Job summary

Ingham Rotorua is seeking two permanent automotive technicians to join our workshop, Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with rostered Saturdays. You will service, inspect, and repair vehicles to manufacturer specifications, diagnose faults using dealer tools, and complete job cards in our DMS system.

You should have a current NZ driver's licence, Level 4 NZ National Certificate in Automotive Engineering, and 5+ years of hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Driver's Licence and good English communication.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a qualified automotive mechanic/technician.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing, inspections, and repairs to Ingham and manufacturer specifications.
• Diagnose vehicle faults accurately using the tools, systems, and technical resources available.
• Complete each job to the required standard and document work in the DMS.
• Manage time and workload to meet efficiency targets and communicate additional work promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of customer information.

Skills

NZ Driver's Licence

English language skills

Education

Level 4 NZ National Certificate in Automotive Engineering (or international equivalent)

Tools

DMS (Dealership Management System)

Manufacturer diagnostic tools

Job description

We aren't just another dealership. We aim to be the best, both in performance and as the best place to work! We have a great time, have a strong culture, and have experienced unprecedented growth. If you want to work in a team that values you, encourages you, and is always trying to better what they do, look no further

About our role

Ingham Rotorua is after two permanent automotive technicians to work Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with rostered Saturdays at our workshop. As a technician, you are, above all, responsible for performing all kinds of service operations (inspections), defined assembly operations, and maintenance repairs to customer and company vehicles with the highest level of quality and efficiency.

Your responsibilities will include

• Carry out vehicle servicing, inspections, and repairs to Ingham and manufacturer specifications.
• Diagnose vehicle faults accurately using the tools, systems, and technical resources available to you.
• Complete each job to the required standard before moving on to the next, and communicate any additional work required to the Workshop Controller or Service Manager promptly.
• Manage your time and workload to meet the efficiency expectations of the role, recognising that diagnostic work can vary.
• Complete job cards accurately as you work and finalise them as soon as each job is done, using dealership systems including the DMS.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of customer information at all times.
• Support the effective operation of the Parts, Service, and Panel and Paint departments, and maintain Ingham's presentation standards across your vehicle, workbench, and work area.
• Follow all Health and Safety policies and procedures, including correct handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances, and use PPE as required for the task.
• Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe equipment to your manager as soon as practicable.
• Complete manufacturer training and certifications as required, and keep your technical knowledge current.

Skills & Experience

• A current, clean full NZ Driver's Licence
• Level 4 New Zealand National Certificate in Automotive Engineering (or international equivalent)
• 5+ years' experience as a qualified automotive mechanic/technician.
• Confident with computer systems, including dealership management systems (DMS) and manufacturer diagnostic tools.
• WOF Certification (preferred but not essential)
• Franchise experience is advantageous.
• Friendly communicator with good English language skills and a high level of personal integrity.
• Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
• Overtime will be paid at your normal pay rate.
• This is a permanent, full-time role offering a 40-hour minimum work week.
• Great workshop with the latest equipment
• A key position on a friendly team
• The tools and guidance necessary for you to grow in your career
• Further technician training and career development are provided by franchises

Our Company

A privately-owned and operated Multi-Franchise Automotive company, Ingham has grown over four decades to be one of New Zealand’s leading automotive groups. With a guiding philosophy of providing quality brands and quality service in all areas of sales, finance, parts, and service.

Ingham's passion for the industry and its future means we are always striving to improve and add value to our business.