Automotive Technician with Path to Workshop Manager

Tawa Business Group; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Competitive pay

Variety of work

Supportive workshop

Job summary

Tawa Business Group in Wellington is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician with a clear path to management. This busy local workshop offers a hands-on role, with the long-term goal of taking over workshop leadership.

Fully qualified technicians (WoF AVI preferred) or journeymen with 2+ years, or near qualifying 3rd-year apprentices are welcome to apply. You’ll diagnose, service, and repair light vehicles, and grow with our team.

Qualifications

• NZ work eligibility: must reside in New Zealand with valid visa or residency.
• Trade qualified or journeyman with 2+ years experience, or near qualifying 3rd-year apprentice.
• Proficient in light vehicle diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Good communication, tidy appearance and professional attitude with suppliers/clients.
• Valid New Zealand driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair modern light vehicles using scan tools.
• Carry out WoF inspections and tyre fitting (if qualified).
• Book in vehicles, quote repairs, order parts, and liaise with customers.
• Assist with future leadership and workshop workflow.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Mechanical repairs

Computer systems

Education

Trade qualified

Job description

Tawa Business Group in Wellington is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician with a clear path to management. This busy local workshop offers a hands-on role, with the long-term goal of taking over workshop leadership.

Fully qualified technicians (WoF AVI preferred) or journeymen with 2+ years, or near qualifying 3rd-year apprentices are welcome to apply. You’ll diagnose, service, and repair light vehicles, and grow with our team.