Workshop Foreman

MusterRecruit ·www.musterrecruit.co.nz

Location Lower Hutt Central, Wellington, New Zealand
Salary NZD 85,000 - 105,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Workshop Foreman

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.

Apply now!

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Who is hiring for the Workshop Foreman role?
MusterRecruit is hiring for the Workshop Foreman position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Workshop Foreman job located?
The Workshop Foreman role with MusterRecruit is based in Lower Hutt Central, NZ.
What does the Workshop Foreman role pay?
MusterRecruit lists the Workshop Foreman role at NZD 85,000–105,000 per year.
Is the Workshop Foreman role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at MusterRecruit.
What experience level is the Workshop Foreman role?
The Workshop Foreman position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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