Workshop Foreman: Lead, Train & Optimize Tech Team

Brandttractor; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great team to work with

Ongoing training & development

Promotional opportunities worldwide

Family-friendly & flexible workplace

Job summary

Brandt Whangarei branch is seeking an exceptional Foreman to lead the Service Department in the workshop and mentor apprentices. You will optimise space and resources, support technicians, and collaborate with the Service Manager to ensure cohesive field and workshop operations.

We offer competitive pay, a friendly team, ongoing training, and promotional opportunities across Brandt's worldwide network, with a family-friendly and flexible workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Service Technician
• Ability to lead others
• Familiar with John Deere and competitive products
• Ability to write and speak effectively to individuals and groups
• Ability to use MS Office and internet functions
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Forklift license preferred

Responsibilities

• Assign jobs and work areas to Service Department employees
• Assist in appraisal of repair orders and may participate in repairs
• Direct and assist in the diagnosis of machine problems for technicians and apprentices
• Inspect and repair all special tools; recommend new tooling
• Advise Service Manager or Service Location Manager of customer complaints
• Coordinate and schedule in-house technician training
• Assist in coordinating quarterly safety meetings
• May fill the Service Manager or Service Location Manager role in their absence
• May arrange for and participate in re-conditioning of used equipment and setup of new equipment

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Communication

MS Office

Forklift license

John Deere familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

John Deere familiarity

Job description

Brandt Whangarei branch is seeking an exceptional Foreman to lead the Service Department in the workshop and mentor apprentices. You will optimise space and resources, support technicians, and collaborate with the Service Manager to ensure cohesive field and workshop operations.

We offer competitive pay, a friendly team, ongoing training, and promotional opportunities across Brandt's worldwide network, with a family-friendly and flexible workplace.