We are seeking an Automotive Technician to join our team in Queenstown. The ideal candidate will be experienced and skilled to diagnose, service and repair our rental cars and vehicles, keeping them safe, reliable and in a condition of being ready for rental. You will work 30-45 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $28 to $36, subject to your skills and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Diagnose mechanical and related electrical faults using diagnostic equipment, inspections and vehicle testing.
  • Inspect and repair petrol engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension and associated mechanical components.
  • Remove and dismantle faulty assemblies, assess components for wear or damage, repair or replace defective parts, and reassemble components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Perform scheduled servicing, including oil and filter changes, lubrication, fluid checks and replacement of worn service items.
  • Inspect rental vehicles between hires and investigate faults reported by customers or staff.
  • Test and adjust repaired components and carry out road tests, where appropriately licensed, to confirm repairs have resolved the fault.
  • Record inspections, servicing, repairs and parts used, and advise the manager of further work required.
  • Report safety defects promptly and advise the team when a vehicle should be withheld from rental pending repair.
  • Identify required parts and assist with ordering and maintaining essential supplies.
  • Maintain tools and a tidy workspace, follow health and safety procedures, and dispose of waste appropriately.

 

Requirements

-      A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in vehicle repairing and maintenance

-      Flexible to work from Monday to Sunday if required

-      Ability to diagnose and repair vehicle faults and use automotive diagnostic tools.

-      Ability to work independently within their competence and communicate clearly with the team.

-      No criminal record, hardworking and reliable

 

New Zealand citizens and permanent residents are preferred. If this sounds like you, please click the ‘Apply’ button and be sure to include a CV and a cover letter telling us more about you. 

Employer Questions

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  • Are you a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident visa holder?
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