Cleaner / Car Groomer (Part-Time, Fixed-Term)

Avis Budget Group International; Picton; On-site; NZD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Parking provided

Full training provided

Job summary

Avis Budget Group International is seeking a Vehicle Service Agent (Cleaner/Car Groomer) in Picton, NZ, to keep our fleet looking its best. This entry-level, part-time role offers training and a 20-hour week schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

The role involves washing, vacuuming, shuttling, and detailing vehicles, with basic maintenance and damage checks, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for customers.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hands-on or physical labouring role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Team-player with a friendly, positive, 'can-do' attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in all weather conditions delivering a high standard of work.

Responsibilities

• Wash, vacuum, shuttling and detailing rental vehicles to ensure cleanliness.
• Assess and report any damages as per vehicle damage procedures.
• Record gas levels and kilometres in hand-held devices.
• Refuel, check fluids and tyres, and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain cleanliness of the rental car lot and surrounding areas.
• Work with the team to have vehicles ready for customers on time.

Skills

Physical labour

Attention to detail

Team player

Fast-paced work

Job description

We are looking for a Cleaner / Car Groomer or what we call a Vehicle Service Agent to join our team to keep our fleet looking it’s best! Essential to our operations you will need to be physically fit, have a keen eye to detail and not be afraid of hard work.

Part-Time, Fixed-Term position available - working 20-hours per week until end of April 2027

Picton based (16 York Street)

Entry level position with training provided

Supportive, friendly and caring environment

Global Company providing stability and potential career growth

We work 7 days a week, Monday to Sunday from 8 am to 8.30 pm each day. We would look to schedule you for 20-hours per week during our operating hours but could include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

About the Role

As a Vehicle Service Agent, you will be responsible for ensuring that rental vehicles are clean and ready for customers to use.

This position involves washing, vacuuming, shuttling and detailing rental vehicles, as well as conducting minor repairs and maintenance as needed. You may also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the rental car lot and other areas.

Some specific responsibilities of a car preparation may include:

• Preparing the interior and exterior of our vehiclesby washing, vacuuming, waxing, detailing and shuttling rental vehicles to ensure that they are clean and presentable.
• Assessing vehicle for any potential new damages and reporting it as per our vehicle damage procedure.
• Reviewing returned vehicle gas levels and car kilometres and accurately inputting them into our hand-held devices as required
• Refuelling gas tanks, checking fluid levels and tyre conditions along with pressure and tread depth.
• Completing paperwork and documentation as required.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the rental car lot and other areas
• Working as part of a team to ensure that rental vehicles are ready for customers in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that safety and security protocols are followed at all times.

What we are looking for:

• Full, clean, valid class 1 driver’s licence is essential for this role.
• Previous experience in a hands-on or physical labouring role
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in all weather conditions delivering a high standard of work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Team-player with a friendly, positive, 'can-do' attitude
• Ability to follow procedures and adhere to company guidelines and standards.

What’s on offer:

• $24.89 per hour
• Uniform provided
• Parking provided
• Full training provided to help you achieve your goals and reach your potential.
• Wellbeing programme incl. life insurance, discounted health insurance and superannuation options
• Employee discounts on car rental across Avis Budget Group and our partners
• Access to discounts and offers from retailers and big brands.

Big brands come with big responsibilities, and we are DRIVEN to be the BEST vehicle rental company in the world - TOGETHER! This is a great opportunity to shine for Avis Budget Group.

About Avis Budget Group

We don't just rent cars. We're changing the way people move. Across our world-famous brands -Avis, Budget, Zipcar, and Apex- we're leading the way for the global mobility industry. Our brands represent a mobility ecosystem of more than 11,000 locations in approximately 180 countries.

With more than 70 years of experience in managing global fleets and with one of the largest fleets of connected cars in the world, we are committed to innovation and are moving the future of mobility forward.

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