Tyre Technician Tauranga

Bridgestone New Zealand Limited; Tauranga; Remote; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full uniform

PPE provided

Staff discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Bridgestone New Zealand Limited is seeking a Tyre Technician at our Tauranga store. You will fit, repair and maintain passenger tyres, diagnose tyre wear and advise customers on what their vehicle needs, all within a safety-focused workshop environment.

We offer on-the-job training, a team-driven culture, full uniform and PPE, and generous staff discounts. You’ll be supported to develop practical skills that last a lifetime and have opportunities for growth within Bridgestone.

Qualifications

• Full, clean NZ Driver's Licence.
• Willingness to learn; experience is a bonus, not required.
• Physical fitness for hands-on work.
• Good communication and desire to help customers.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Fit, repair and maintain passenger tyres.
• Diagnose tyre wear and vehicle needs.
• Explain tyre choices and maintenance to customers.

Skills

Driver licence

Willingness to learn

Team player

Good communication

Job description

Our Tauranga store is looking for a Tyre Technician to join the team — and whether you're coming from a trade background with experience already or just ready for something hands‑on and rewarding, you'll be welcomed here.

The Role

This is a varied, active role at the heart of our Tauranga store. You'll be fitting, repairing and maintaining passenger tyres, diagnosing tyre wear and helping customers understand what their vehicle needs — all in a workshop environment where safety comes first and the team has your back.

No two days here are exactly the same, and you'll build real, practical skills that stay with you for life.

What You’ll Bring

• A full, clean NZ Driver's Licence
• A willingness to learn and take direction — experience is a bonus, not a requirement
• Physical fitness and the ability to carry out hands‑on manual work
• Good communication skills and a genuine interest in helping customers
• The ability to work well in a team and independently when needed

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with regular performance reviews as your skills develop
• Full on‑job training and a team around you who want to see you succeed
• Full uniform and PPE provided from day one
• A clear path for growth — plenty of our best people started exactly where you are today!
• Generous staff and family discounts and benefits across the Bridgestone group

Why Bridgestone?

We're New Zealand's leading tyre specialist - and part of the global Bridgestone Corporation, a world leader in sustainable mobility. That means you get the security of a trusted global brand with the feel of a local team that genuinely cares about the people in it.

We're not just saying that. We actively invest in our people's development, we promote from within, and we work hard to make Bridgestone a place where you feel valued — not just another number on a roster.

Bridgestone New Zealand is committed to a safe and healthy workplace. The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and drug screening test. All applicants must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.