Senior Automotive Technician
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Waikato Kia is looking for an experienced Senior Automotive Technician to join its busy dealership in Hamilton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who enjoys working in a franchise environment and wants to continue developing their technical knowledge with a rapidly evolving automotive brand.
Kia continues to expand its vehicle range and technology, and the successful candidate will have access to ongoing factory training through Kia New Zealand's purpose-built Auckland training facility.
Working as part of an experienced workshop team, you will be responsible for servicing, diagnosing and repairing a range of Kia vehicles while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
What’s on offer
- Competitive hourly rate of $34–$40 per hour, depending on experience
- Ongoing factory training through Kia New Zealand
- Opportunity to work with an exciting and evolving vehicle range, including EV technology
- Established, busy franchise dealership
- Supportive and close-knit workshop team
- Long-term opportunity with a recognised automotive brand
About the role
- Carrying out scheduled servicing, maintenance and repairs
- Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
- Completing WOF inspections
- Working with modern vehicle systems and technology
- Following Kia manufacturer processes and repair standards
- Accurately completing workshop documentation
- Supporting the wider workshop team when required
- Maintaining a strong focus on quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction
About you
- A recognised automotive trade qualification
- Solid experience as an Automotive Technician
- Previous franchise dealership experience
- A current WOF Inspector authority
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- A current NZ Driver Licence
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to continue learning
- New Zealand citizenship or residency
If you're an experienced technician looking for your next opportunity with an established dealership and a growing automotive brand, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now!