Qualified Automotive Technician

Morrell Motors Ltd; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent remuneration package

Uniform provided

Franchise training

Birthday leave

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Morrell Motors Ltd in Taupō is seeking a Qualified Automotive Technician to join our Service Department, delivering high-quality workmanship across a diverse range of leading brands. You’ll work in a professional, well-equipped workshop with a supportive team.

We value expertise, efficiency, and meeting exacting standards. The role offers ongoing franchise training, a 40-hour week with overtime, and pathways toward Master Technician with franchise partners.

Qualifications

• Automotive trade qualification and 2+ years post-qualification experience.
• WOF certification advantageous but not essential.
• Franchise workshop experience advantageous but not essential.
• Experience with our franchise brands advantageous but not essential.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and team player.
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality workmanship across leading brands in a well-equipped workshop.
• Diagnose and repair vehicles efficiently while meeting standards.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving

Auto-electrical skills

Education

Automotive trade qualification

Job description

Now Hiring: Qualified Automotive Technician

Ready to Accelerate Your Career?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Automotive Technician to join our friendly, award-winning, and fast-growing Team in Taupō.

Morrell Motors is one of Taupō’s longest-standing automotive Dealerships, proudly operating since 1983. As a multi-franchise Dealership, we are authorised agents for Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, LDV, KGM, Škoda (Police), Fiat, Alfa Romeo, RAM, Chrysler, Jeep & Dodge, and we also specialise in European servicing and repairs.

If you’re passionate about precision, performance, and being part of a high-performing workshop — this could be the move you’ve been waiting for.

About the Role

As a Qualified Automotive Technician, you’ll be an integral part of our Service Department, delivering high-quality workmanship across a diverse range of leading automotive brands.

You’ll work in a professional, well-equipped workshop alongside a supportive and ambitious Team that values expertise, efficiency, and exceptional standards.

Why Join Morrell Motors?

• Excellent remuneration package, including overtime where applicable
• Be an integral part of an established and successful Dealership
• Supportive Team culture with an active social club
• Uniform provided (including safety boots)
• Ongoing franchise training and opportunities to expand your skill set
• Potential pathway to become a Master Technician with accredited franchise partners
• Paid birthday leave
• Long-term career growth with a respected award winning Taupō business
• The opportunity to work on a wide range of premium and performance brands

• Relevant automotive trade qualification
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience
• WOF certification (advantageous but not essential)
• Franchise workshop experience (advantageous but not essential)
• Experience with any of our franchise brands (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Auto-electrical skills (advantageous but not essential)
• Ability to work to deadlines and perform under pressure
• High standard of workmanship and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong Team player with a positive attitude
• Motivated, reliable, and committed to long-term employment
• Great work ethic and solid personal valuesership environment

Hours

• Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm (minimum 40 hours per week)
• Additional overtime and rostered Saturday work available

Start Date: Immediate start available for the right applicant

What We Offer

• A supportive and ambitious Team culture
• Growth opportunities within a thriving multi-franchise Dealership
• 90-day performance review with remuneration increase considered based on performance
• The chance to be part of an award-winning Team