Posted 23 July, 2026
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - MATAMATA
Motor Trade Association (MTA)
Matamata, WKO, NZ
Full Time
Reference: a9e9a182e37733c0
Job Description
Automotive Technician - Matamata Location: Matamata Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 13 August 2026 A position has become available in our friendly Matamata workshop for a fully trained Automotive Technician and Qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic. As an Authorised Service Agent for Isuzu vehicles, we offer a clean, modern workspace equipped with quality tools. The ideal candidate will take pride in their quality workmanship and efficiency, hold a current driver’s licence and ideally possess an AVIC, although this is not a strict requirement. In return, we provide full‑time Monday to Friday employment with a competitive remuneration package based on your experience plus overtime. You will also receive a full uniform alongside ongoing training and career development, all while enjoying a great lifestyle just 45 minutes from the main cities of Hamilton, Rotorua and Tauranga. If you are an experienced mechanic looking for a stable role in a busy, professional workshop where your skills are valued and rewarded, we would love to hear from you. To be successful in this role, you must be a qualified automotive mechanic with strong communication skills and proven experience in servicing, diagnosing and performing light mechanical repairs. You will be a self‑motivated professional with excellent problem‑solving and time‑management abilities, driven by a strong commitment to quality workmanship, customer satisfaction and workplace safety. As an experienced technician, you will thrive whether working independently or as part of a team, and you will play an important role in supporting and mentoring your colleagues to help us deliver exceptional service to our customers. Benefits: competitive remuneration, overtime, full uniform, ongoing training and career development, supportive workplace, and lifestyle within 45 minutes of major cities. WOF Inspector / Automotive Technician - Christchurch Location: Christchurch Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 18 August 2026 Autostar is a well‑established Canterbury business proud to offer a comprehensive combined service of automotive repair and panel paint solutions. As part of our continued growth and recent facility expansion, we are looking for a skilled WoF Inspector / Automotive Technician to join our team at our Spreydon workshop. We are a tight‑knit, hardworking team operating in a busy environment where we take immense pride in quality workmanship, looking after our customers and supporting each other to get the job done. This is a diverse, hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You will be carrying out WoF inspections in accordance with NZTA regulations while maintaining accurate documentation and communicating results professionally with customers. Your daily tasks will also include performing wheel alignments, fitting tyres across a wide range of vehicle makes and models, scheduling appointments and assisting with other duties to support the smooth operation of the workshop. Alongside general servicing and both minor and major mechanical repairs, you will occasionally provide customer support while helping to promote a safe, clean and organised environment. To thrive here, you need to be comfortable working in a fast‑paced setting, managing competing priorities and possessing a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude to help out wherever the team needs it. We are looking for a qualified Automotive Technician who is trade certified or equivalent. You must have a current WoF authority with at least two years of experience and a strong background in a similar role or as a senior Automotive Technician. Benefits: clean and safe work environment, supportive team, continuous training, career progression, and a stable, long‑term position. Detailer - Auckland Location: Auckland Job Type: Part Time Closing By: 15 August 2026 Wilderness is a New Zealand‑owned family business that has been at the forefront of tourism for over 20 years. We are here to help our customers create unforgettable journeys across Aotearoa in beautifully crafted European motorhomes. We currently have a part‑time position available, working 24 hours a week on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. As our new Detailer, you will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of our rental, sales, serviced and display vehicles. You will maintain high‑quality results that are consistent and aligned with our company standards. To be successful in this role, you will bring high energy, endurance and a can‑do attitude. You should have proven detailing, cleaning and grooming skills alongside a current, clean full driver’s licence and the ability to drive our vehicles. You must be available to work your shifts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Benefits: learn and grow in a fun, supportive environment; access to high‑performance coaching, performance‑driven culture and encouragement to travel and explore Aotearoa using our motorhomes. Automotive Technician - Tauranga Location: Tauranga Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 15 August 2026 Monday to Friday | Broad Variety of Work. We are searching for a skilled and motivated Automotive Technician to join our growing team. This full‑time role (Monday to Friday, minimum 40 hours) is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a fast‑paced environment and brings strong diagnostic ability to the table. You will handle a broad variety of work on all makes and models, ranging from everyday vehicles to complex electrical and fleet setups. While a WOF ticket is optional, we actively support and value the passion to obtain one. In return, we offer a supportive workshop environment equipped with modern diagnostic tools and a strong incentive pay structure tied to realistic KPIs. We are looking for an experienced technician who is motivated, reliable and passionate about delivering high‑quality outcomes for customers. If you want to grow, specialise and progress within a team that values professionalism, precision and development, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: supportive workshop environment, modern diagnostic tools, incentive pay tied to KPIs, competitive pay and opportunities for career progression. Auto Electrician – Tauranga Location: Tauranga Job Type: Full Time Permanent Closing By: 15 August 2026 Are you a skilled Automotive Electrician looking for a role with freedom, variety, and genuine career progression? We’re searching for our next Mobile Auto Electrical Technician to service our commercial clients and assist our workshop crew when required. In this full‑time permanent position, you will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a fully equipped mobile workshop vehicle stocked with the equipment you need. You will handle a broad and interesting workload that includes trucks, commercial fleets, light vehicles, motorcycles and performance vehicles. You will handle system design, installations and custom fit‑outs while working both independently on the road and in collaboration with our workshop‑based technicians. We offer a freely expressive work environment where your ideas and input are genuinely valued, alongside an incentive‑based pay increase structure tied to KPIs and performance. We are looking for a qualified Automotive Electrician with high‑level knowledge and strong diagnostic and repair capabilities. Benefits: mobile workshop vehicle, incentive pay, supportive environment, opportunity for career development and recognition of exceptional work. Experienced Automotive Technician – Ohaupo Location: Ohaupo Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 13 August 2026 We are seeking an experienced Automotive Technician to join our busy country garage and work alongside a close‑knit team that takes pride in doing the job properly. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of vehicles to ensure their optimal performance. The ideal candidate will be trade qualified or have equivalent work experience alongside strong diagnostic and problem‑solving abilities, an accurate and efficient work ethic, solid employment references and a valid driver’s licence. Holding a Warrant of Fitness authority is also highly advantageous. Benefits: supportive team environment, modern workshop facilities and equipment, competitive pay based on experience, Monday to Friday schedule for weekend freedom. WOF Inspector – Christchurch Location: Christchurch Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 12 August 2026 Are you an experienced NZTA Vehicle Inspector tired of the corporate grind, dealership pressure and constant targets? We are a small, privately owned test station in Christchurch looking for a qualified and certified WoF Inspector to join our friendly, down‑to‑earth team. We offer a clean and safe work environment where we genuinely value your skills, your time and your family‑life balance. When you join our community‑focused workshop, you can leave corporate pressure and the stress of upselling behind. We are a locally owned business that treats you as a person rather than just a number, ensuring your opinions truly matter. To be successful in this role, you will need a current NZTA appointment as a WoF Inspector and strong knowledge of the Vehicle Inspection Requirements Manual (VIRM). We are looking for someone with a solid mechanical background, a sharp eye for detail and a real passion for safety. You must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Holding CoF A authority is a significant advantage. Benefits: long‑term job security, loyal customer base, free WoFs, supportive environment, family‑friendly culture. Automotive Technician – Ranfurly Location: Ranfurly Job Type: Full Time Permanent Closing By: 06 August 2026 Auto Shoppe Ranfurly is a well‑established family‑owned business with over 30 years’ history providing automotive excellence to our customers. We are a Toyota Parts and Service Centre and Husqvarna Sales and Service dealer and are seeking an Automotive Technician to join our busy, friendly, professional team. If you have experience as a qualified or nearly qualified technician, this is your opportunity to upskill, work with dealership‑level information and tools in a relaxed rural environment. You will be doing vehicle servicing, diagnostics and repairs. Supporting our customers by delivering top quality workmanship and communication and working collaboratively within a team‑oriented environment to achieve service goals. You will need an Automotive Trade Qualification (NZQA Level 4 or equivalent) or close to completion, strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, a commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement, reliability, punctuality and pride in quality workmanship. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Valid NZ driver’s licence and right to work in New Zealand. Benefits: competitive hourly rate based on experience, full‑time permanent position, modern workshop with quality equipment, ongoing training and professional development, immediate start, potential ownership transition, stable long‑term employment. Qualified Automotive Technician / Mechanic – Auckland Location: Auckland (Onehunga) Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 01 August 2026 We are a busy, well‑established automotive workshop in Onehunga servicing a wide range of vehicles. We pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality workmanship, excellent customer service and maintaining a positive team environment. Currently, we are seeking an experienced and reliable Automotive Technician / Mechanic to join our team on a full‑time basis, working Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 4:30pm. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults, performing vehicle servicing and maintenance, and conducting WOF‑related repairs and inspections. You will also use diagnostic equipment effectively, complete job cards accurately and work collaboratively to maintain a clean and safe environment. To be successful, you will need a relevant NZ automotive qualification, proven NZ industry experience and a full New Zealand driver licence, with a WoF ticket being highly preferable. You should have strong fault‑finding skills across a range of vehicle makes and models, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, and a reliable, motivated attitude. Benefits: competitive pay, modern workshop with quality equipment, stable employment with ongoing training opportunities, supportive team culture and excellent potential for career progression. Automotive Technician(s) – New Plymouth Location: New Plymouth (Central AA and Bell Block) Job Type: Full Time Closing By: 23 July 2026 We are seeking Automotive Technician(s) for our central AA New Plymouth branch and also for our near‑new Advantage workshop in Bell Block’s commercial hub. These roles will see you playing a vital part in delivering efficient and reliable automotive services to our customers. You will diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicle faults and issues, perform scheduled maintenance, inspections and servicing on customer vehicles, and test and repair all vehicle systems including brakes, suspension, electrical and engine components – ensuring all work is carried out to the highest professional standards. Ideally you will have proven experience as an automotive technician, ideally 3+ years and WoF certification an advantage. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment, including competitive remuneration, ongoing training and development opportunities and a range of employee benefits and purchasing discounts on parts and Michelin/BFG tyres. Benefits: competitive pay, training and development, employee discounts on parts and tyres, supportive environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr