Light Vehicle Mechanic / Service Technician (Full-Time)

Avis Budget Group International; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Uniform and parking provided

Employee discounts on car rental

Job summary

Avis Budget Group is hiring a qualified Mechanic for a full-time position based at Christchurch Airport. You will service and repair fleet vehicles, perform diagnostics, and maintain safe, compliant workshop practices.

The role requires a Level 4 Motor Mechanic qualification, a full driver’s license (manual preferred), and the ability to work 40 hours across Tue/Wed/Sat/Sun shifts. Uniform and parking are provided.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Motor Mechanics (Level 4 minimum).
• Experience as a motor mechanic; car rental industry experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Service vehicles in line with manufacturer specifications and company standards, including minor repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor inventory and request parts as needed.
• Perform diagnostic tests to determine issues.
• Assist colleagues when required.
• Complete repair orders and provide breakdown assistance.
• Prepare vehicles for handover and sale.
• Test and service workshop equipment for safety.
• Keep accurate servicing records and histories.

Skills

Customer-focused

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Motor Mechanic qualification Level 4

Tools

MS Office

Diagnostic tools

Job description

We are looking for a qualified Mechanic to join our team working full-time (40-hours per week) based at Christchurch Airport!

Our fleet of vehicles is any Mechanic’s dream job with a vast range needing your skills, experience, and expertise. As a Mechanic at Avis Budget Group, you will be handling the repairs and maintenance on our vehicles in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

• Full Time, permanent role – working 40-hours per week

• 4 x 10 hour shifts - working Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday each week (shift / full hours below)

• Christchurch Airport based with free staff parking

About the role

Your work will reflect our company values, and you will ensure company standards are within all appropriate laws and regulations and we are compliant. You will also make sure a safe working environment is always maintained.

What you’ll do

• Servicing vehicles in line with manufacturers’ specifications and company standards, including carrying out minor repairs and preventative maintenance checks on fleet vehicles (e.g. replacing fluids, changing oil/air filter, tyres, brakes, fitting ski racks etc.) including cars, trucks and company fleet.

• Monitor inventory and request the order of new parts from Service Administrator Assemble mechanical components according to specifications.

• Perform diagnostic tests to determine functionality problems.

• Provide assistance to colleagues when required.

• Complete Repair Orders and provide breakdown assistance when necessary

• Preparing vehicles for hand back and sales.

• Testing and general servicing of workshop equipment for safety.

• Keeping accurate and on-time job records and recording servicing history in applicable systems

• Conducting work in a safe manner, complying with Occupational Safety, Health & Environmental policies, procedures and being familiar with emergency evacuation procedures to eliminate or minimise workplace health and safety risks. This includes the reporting of all accidents, near accidents and hazards.

What we’re looking for

• Full drivers’ license (including manual vehicles)

• Trade qualification in Motor Mechanics (Level 4 minimum) with previous experience working as a motor mechanic (working experience within the car rental industry would be advantageous).

• Experience with both petrol and diesel motors.

• This is a Full-Time position and requires successful applicants to being able to work 40 hours per week, due to the nature of the role we are unable to accept Student Visa or WHV holders - and we do not offer Sponsorship.

• A customer-focused, collaborative, and adaptable approach to work each day.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks across multiple sites with a high level of attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

• Good communications skills (written and verbal) with knowledge of MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook

• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety legislation relevant to the role.

We are looking to fill the following shift:

Tuesday: 12.00 – 22.30

Wednesday: 12.00 – 22.30

Saturday : 7.30 – 18.00

Sunday: 7.30 – 18.00

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly rate

• Uniform and parking provided.

• Employee discounts on car rental across Avis Budget Groupand our partners including access to discounts and offers from retailers and big brands.

• Wellbeing programme incl. life insurance + discounted health insurance + superannuation options

• Well known international company with opportunity to move internally.

About Avis Budget Group

We don't just rent cars. We're changing the way people move. Across our world-famous brands -Avis, Budget and Apex Car Rentals- 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.

ChristchurchCanterburyNew Zealand