Automotive Apprentice (Heavy Diesel)

JobSpace; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand will provide an Automotive Apprentice role offering hands-on experience while you complete your trade qualification, working with skilled technicians on a diverse fleet of military vehicles essential to New Zealand Defence Force operations.

You'll learn on the job, build practical skills and develop a strong foundation for a rewarding career in the automotive industry, with structured training and opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Pre-trade technical training or work experience within the trade essential.
• Full Class 1 motor vehicle Licence.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• An ability to meet and maintain a NZ Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assisting qualified technicians with vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Support vehicle repairs to meet WOF, COF, safety and operational standards.
• Build your technical skills through structured on-the-job training.
• Learning diagnostic and fault-finding techniques.
• Carrying out inspections under supervision.
• Maintaining workshop tools, equipment, and work areas.

Skills

Pre-trade training or work experience

Full Class 1 licence

Self-motivated

Willing to learn

NZ Security Clearance ability

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

As an Automotive Apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience while completing your trade qualification, working alongside skilled technicians to maintain and repair a diverse range of military vehicles and equipment that are critical to New Zealand Defence Force operations. You'll learn on the job, build practical skills and develop a strong foundation for a rewarding career in the automotive industry.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting qualified technicians with vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repairs
• Support vehicle repairs to meet WOF, COF, safety and operational standards.
• Build your technical skills through structured on-the-job training
• Learning diagnostic and fault-finding techniques
• Carrying out inspections under supervision
• Maintaining workshop tools, equipment, and work areas

What you'll bring:

• Pre-trade technical training or work experience within the trade essential
• Full Class 1 motor vehicle Licence
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• An ability to meet and maintain a NZ Security Clearance