Senior Automotive Technician

MUSTER LIMITED; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Factory training

EV technology exposure

Long‑term opportunity

Supportive workshop team

Job summary

Waikato Kia in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Senior Automotive Technician to join its busy franchise workshop. You will service, diagnose and repair a wide range of Kia vehicles, while upholding high standards of workmanship and customer service.

The role offers ongoing factory training through Kia New Zealand, exposure to EV technology, and a supportive team in a long‑standing dealership. You will work with a skilled team, follow Kia processes, complete documentation accurately, and

Qualifications

• Recognised automotive trade qualification.
• Solid experience as an Automotive Technician.
• Franchise dealership experience preferred.
• Current NZ WOF Inspector authority.
• Valid NZ driver's licence and residency.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on Kia vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Perform WOF inspections.
• Work with modern vehicle systems and technology.
• Follow Kia manufacturer processes and document workshop work.
• Support the workshop team and maintain quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical diagnosis

Repairs & maintenance

Education

Automotive trade qualification

Tools

WOF Inspector authority

Job description

Waikato Kia is looking for an experienced Senior Automotive Technician to join its busy dealership in Hamilton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who enjoys working in a franchise environment and wants to continue developing their technical knowledge with a rapidly evolving automotive brand.

Kia continues to expand its vehicle range and technology, and the successful candidate will have access to ongoing factory training through Kia New Zealand's purpose-built Auckland training facility.

Working as part of an experienced workshop team, you will be responsible for servicing, diagnosing and repairing a range of Kia vehicles while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $34-$40 per hour, depending on experience
• Ongoing factory training through Kia New Zealand
• Opportunity to work with an exciting and evolving vehicle range, including EV technology
• Established, busy franchise dealership
• Supportive and close-knit workshop team
• Long‑term opportunity with a recognised automotive brand

About The Role

• Carrying out scheduled servicing, maintenance and repairs
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
• Completing WOF inspections
• Working with modern vehicle systems and technology
• Following Kia manufacturer processes and repair standards
• Accurately completing workshop documentation
• Supporting the wider workshop team when required
• Maintaining a strong focus on quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction

About You

• A recognised automotive trade qualification
• Solid experience as an Automotive Technician
• Previous franchise dealership experience
• A current WOF Inspector authority
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills
• A current NZ Driver Licence
• A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to continue learning
• New Zealand citizenship or residency

If you're an experienced technician looking for your next opportunity with an established dealership and a growing automotive brand, we'd like to hear from you.