Automotive Spray Painter

Cross Country Rentals; Palmerston North; Híbrido; NZD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo parcial

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Relocation support

Growth and training opportunities

Discounts with group

Resumo da vaga

Cross Country in Palmerston North is seeking an experienced Automotive Spray Painter to lead our workshop paint operations. The role offers a path into leadership, delivering premium finishes on a variety of vehicles, and mentoring apprentices in a supportive, Kiwi-owned company.

We welcome applicants with a formal Automotive Spray Painting qualification and proven trade experience. Flexible arrangements (3-4 days or 40 hours per week) are on offer, with potential relocation support and growth

Qualificações

• Qualified Automotive Spray Painter with proven trade experience.
• Attention to detail and pride in delivering quality finishes.
• Willingness to mentor apprentices and share knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Lead premium finishes across a diverse range of vehicles.
• Take a leadership role and shape paint shop operations.
• Mentor and support apprentices and workshop staff.
• Ensure timely delivery and maintain high-quality standards.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Mentor apprentices

Team communication

Reliability

Formação

Automotive Spray Painting qualification

Descrição da vaga

Join our expanding workshop team in Palmerston North as an experienced Automotive Spray Painter.

We have recently opened our purpose-built workshop, with a new paint booth set to come online soon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Automotive Spray Painter looking to step into a leadership role and help shape the future of our paint shop operations.

You'll take the lead in delivering premium finishes across a diverse range of vehicles, from everyday fleet units and customised mobility solutions to luxury 5-star vans. No two projects are the same, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to showcase your trade expertise.

You will bring a qualification in Automotive Spray Painting, with proven trade experience.

• Strong attention to detail to take real pride in their trade and be passionate about delivering quality finishes.
• Motivated and reliable, with the ability to meet deadlines without cutting corners.
• A willingness to mentor and share knowledge with apprentices.
• Solid communication skills to work effectively as part of a team.
• A Class 1 Full and clean drivers' licence.

What's on offer?

Newly established role in a growing team - we are open to either a part-time arrangement (3-4 days per week) or a full-time position (40 hours per week).

Competitive remuneration for the right candidate, and potential of relocation support for someone outside of the Manawatu region.

Growth and training opportunities with our supportive and experienced workshop team, with plenty of variety in your day to keep your skillset growing.

NZ family owned and operated company with a clear direction for growth.

• Work perks, including discounts with our wider Group of companies & industry partners.

Who are we?

Cross Country is a proudly Kiwi-owned and operated vehicle rental and passenger transport company. Since 1957, we've been helping people, businesses, schools and communities move around New Zealand with confidence. Today, we operate a nationwide network of branches and a fleet of more than 2,000 vehicles, supported by a team committed to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused transport solutions. As we continue to grow and evolve, there's never been a better time to join the journey.

Applications will close on 2 December 2026. We will be reviewing candidates as they apply.

Our recruitment process will include a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and you must have the legal entitlement to work in NZ to be considered for this role.