Lead Auto Service Workshop Foreman

North Western Toyota; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

King Toyota in Lower Hutt is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman to join our busy service department. This full-time role involves leading technicians, ensuring quality control, and delivering outstanding service on Toyota and other vehicles.

You will coach and mentor staff, manage workshop processes, and work closely with the Parts and Service Manager to meet safety standards and productivity targets. AVI certification is essential; a clean and current full driver's licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive industry with proven service/workshop knowledge.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor and motivate a team.
• Business acumen with motivation to meet targets.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced environment.
• Organised and methodical with systems and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Clean and current Full Drivers Licence.
• AVI certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist quality control processes in the workshop.
• Provide guidance to workshop technicians/apprentices.
• Liaise with customers on technical concerns.
• Ensure safety policy is followed in the workshop.
• Undertake routine service and repairs on Toyota and other vehicles.
• Maintain in-process and final inspection records for QA.
• Self-perform quality control inspections of technicians’ work.
• Ensure technician hours are sold effectively while maintaining productivity and efficiency.
• Work with Parts department to ensure parts are available for repairs.
• Coach and mentor workshop staff to improve knowledge and performance.
• Assist Parts & Service Manager with WOF requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Workshop management

Coaching/mentoring

Communication

Job description

King Toyota in Lower Hutt is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman to join our busy service department. This full-time role involves leading technicians, ensuring quality control, and delivering outstanding service on Toyota and other vehicles.

You will coach and mentor staff, manage workshop processes, and work closely with the Parts and Service Manager to meet safety standards and productivity targets. AVI certification is essential; a clean and current full driver's licence is required.