Entry-Level Auto and Marine Electricians with an Air Conditioning background

Eagle Recruitment NZ is seeking skilled and safety-conscious Entry-Level Auto and Marine Electricians with an Air Conditioning background, you will play a dual role: supporting our senior team in installing, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems in a wide range of vehicles and vessels—from passenger cars and heavy trucks to recreational boats and commercial marine craft and servicing and degassing/re-gassing of HVAC systems. This role requires a high standard of safety compliance.

About Us

Eagle Recruitment NZ specialises in connecting highly skilled talent with exceptional opportunities in niche industries. We are dedicated to facilitating permanent placements and labour-hire solutions that match employees' skill sets with employers' needs. Leveraging our extensive network and industry expertise, we streamline the hiring process to ensure mutual success for candidates and employers.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Assistance & Learning
  
  • Assist with the installation of 12V and 24V DC systems in vehicles and vessels.
  • Learn to use diagnostic scan tools to identify faults in engine management, ABS, and SRS systems.
  • Practice wire stripping, crimping, and soldering to high marine standards (moisture and vibration resistance).
• Installation and Upgrades
  
  • Automotive: Fit GPS navigation, reverse cameras, dual battery systems, and electric brake controllers.
  • Marine:
    • Assist in the setup of battery management systems, including solar charging and deep-cycle house banks for long-range cruising.
    • Perform basic inspections for galvanic corrosion and shore-power safety.
• HVAC & Air Conditioning
  
  • Service, diagnose, and repair A/C systems in cars, trucks, and marine vessels.
  • Perform leak detection using electronic "sniffers" or UV dye.
  • Recover and charge refrigerants (R134a and R1234yf) safely.
  • Replace compressors, condensers, and evaporator cores in cramped vehicle dashboards or yacht engine rooms.
• Workshop & Field Service
  

  • Maintain a clean and organised workspace.

  • Ensure all electrical work complies with AS/NZS 3000 (Wiring Rules) and AS/NZS 3004 (Electrical installations—Marinas and boats).

  • Follow the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 protocols.

  • Travel to local marinas or farms for mobile service calls.

  • Document all work accurately in job cards for compliance and billing.

Requirements and Skills:

• A Level 4 New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering, or equivalent recognised overseas qualification, or at least three years of relevant work experience.

• A current or previous holder of an Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) Limited Scope or Trainee Restricted Certificate (formerly Practising Licence) is a significant advantage, but not required.

• Familiarity with the Maritime Operator Safety System (MOSS) and Maritime NZ rules for commercial vessels.

• Proficiency with modern CAN bus systems and NMEA 2000 marine networks.

• Ability to disassemble dashboards or navigate tight boat hulls without causing damage.

• Understanding the impact of the New Zealand marine environment (salt spray, high UV) on electrical components.

• Ability to explain technical faults to customers in plain English.

• A clean NZ Class 1 licence is essential; Class 2 (Heavy Trade) is a significant advantage.

• Be willing to undergo random drug tests while employed.

• Must be an NZ Citizen, NZ Resident, or eligible to work in NZ.

This is a full-time, permanent role, and the hourly pay rate ranges between NZ$28 and NZ$32, depending on experience and qualifications. The work hours are a minimum of 30 hours to a maximum of 70 hours per week, and they are to be worked between Monday and Friday, between 7 am and 5 pm. They may be required to work on weekends.