Workshop Foreman

MUSTER LIMITED; Wellington; Presencial; NZD 85.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

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Potential access to a company vehicle

Established Toyota dealership

Descripción de la vacante

King Toyota in Lower Hutt is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman to lead a busy service team and support workshop operations. You will mentor technicians, coordinate workflow with the Workshop Controller, and uphold high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

The role requires an AVI authority, strong diagnostic skills, and a hands-on leadership style. A current full driver’s licence and Toyota/franchise experience are preferred.

Formación

• Qualified Automotive Technician with franchise experience preferred.
• AVI authority is essential.
• Strong diagnostic and technical knowledge across modern vehicles.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Full, clean driver’s licence required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and technical support to workshop technicians and apprentices.
• Collaborate with Workshop Controller to optimise job allocation, workflow and productivity.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure high workmanship standards.
• Assist with complex diagnostics, servicing and repairs when required.
• Liaise with customers and Service Advisors on technical concerns and repair requirements.
• Coach, mentor and develop technicians to improve skills and performance.
• Maintain WOF compliance, quality management systems and workshop safety standards.
• Work with Service and Parts teams to meet targets and customer satisfaction.

Conocimientos

Workshop leadership

Diagnostics

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Toyota knowledge

Driver's licence

Educación

AVI authority

Descripción del empleo

King Toyota is seeking an experienced and motivated Workshop Foreman to join its busy Service Department in Lower Hutt.

As part of the established Rutherford & Bond Toyota group, King Toyota is committed to delivering exceptional customer service, quality workmanship and a positive team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive professional to take on a key leadership role, supporting workshop operations, developing technicians and ensuring the highest standards of productivity and customer satisfaction.

Working closely with the Service & Parts Manager and Workshop Controller, you will play an important role in driving workshop performance while remaining involved in the technical aspects of the business.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package of $85,000-$105,000, depending on experience
• Potential access to a company vehicle
• Opportunity to join an established Toyota dealership
• Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development
• Leadership opportunity within a busy and growing service department
• Supportive team environment with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

The Role

• Providing day-to-day leadership, guidance and technical support to workshop technicians and apprentices
• Working alongside the Workshop Controller to ensure efficient job allocation, workflow and productivity
• Carrying out quality control checks to maintain high workmanship standards
• Assisting with complex diagnostics, servicing and repairs when required
• Liaising with customers and Service Advisors regarding technical concerns and repair requirements
• Coaching, mentoring and developing technicians to improve skills and performance
• Maintaining WOF compliance, quality management systems and workshop safety standards
• Working closely with the Service and Parts teams to achieve operational targets and customer satisfaction

About You

• Proven experience as a qualified Automotive Technician, ideally within a Toyota or other franchise dealership
• Previous workshop leadership, supervisory or mentoring experience
• Current AVI (Authorised Vehicle Inspector) authority - essential
• Strong diagnostic and technical knowledge across modern vehicles
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A sound understanding of workshop productivity, efficiency and quality control
• Confident communication skills and the ability to resolve customer concerns professionally
• A positive, hands-on leadership style with a commitment to developing others
• A current full driver's licence

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your automotive career with a well-established dealership that values technical expertise, teamwork and delivering outstanding results.