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Workshop Foreman - Seaview

Workshop Foreman - Seaview

Talent Propeller LimitedWellington, Wellington, New Zealand
12 days ago
Job description

Lead from the front - take charge of a skilled workshop team.

Keith Andrews Trucks is New Zealand's leading FUSO dealership and a proud representative of Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner. With more than 30 years in the industry, we've grown from humble beginnings in Whangarei to a nationwide network - built on expertise, quality, and people.

This is a key role in ensuring our workshop runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

What you'll be doing

  • Lead and support a team of technicians and apprentices, monitoring workloads and progress.
  • Train, mentor, and challenge the team to continuously improve their skills.
  • Carry out quality control checks during and after repairs, ensuring work exceeds customer expectations.
  • Support the Service Manager with workshop profitability, rework investigations, and approvals for additional costs.
  • Keep equipment maintained, workshop materials stocked and ensure open communication across the team.

Technical Knowledge

  • Stay up to date with vehicle servicing and repair standards.
  • Carry out diagnostics, servicing, adjustments, and repairs using service manuals and specialist tools.
  • Attend training and courses as required to keep your technical skills sharp.

    • Health, Safety & Environment

  • Promote a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.
  • Lead toolbox meetings when required and proactively identify hazards.
  • Maintain workshop practices that minimise environmental impact.

    • Customer Service

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with staff, customers, and the service team.
  • Focus on delivering quality workmanship, on time, every time.
  • Be proactive in resolving issues and keeping jobs on track.

    • What you'll bring

  • A clean NZ driver's licence (minimum Class 4).
  • 5+ years' NZ experience as an automotive technician, with proven leadership ability.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A hands-on, practical approach with strong problem-solving ability.
  • Highly organised, with the ability to motivate and lead a team.

    • What's in it for you

  • Competitive pay rates with a company vehicle
  • Ongoing brand training with FUSO, Mercedes-Benz, and Freightliner.
  • Career development opportunities across our national network.
  • A supportive and safety-focused team environment.

    • At Keith Andrews, we're more than trucks — we're about people, pride, and performance. If you're ready to step up and lead our workshop team, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply now to become our next Workshop Foreman.

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