Workshop Manager - South Auckland

What You'll Do

As our Workshop Manager, you will :

Lead Health, Safety & Welfare : Champion workplace safety, ensure compliance, conduct inspections, manage incidents, and drive a culture of proactive hazard reporting and prevention.

Manage Workshop Operations : Oversee all vehicle maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and compliance checks (COF / WOF), ensuring records are accurate and up to date in the Vehicle Management System (VMS).

Support Electric Vehicle Integration : Ensure workshops are trained, equipped, and compliant for the safe maintenance of electric buses.

Lead & Develop Teams : Supervise workshop managers and staff, ensuring training, performance feedback, and efficient workflows across all depots.

Budget & Resource Management : Oversee costs, workshop stock levels, and deliver accurate weekly / monthly reports to keep operations cost-effective and on schedule.

What We're Looking For

Minimum 5 years' workshop experience, including diesel and electric bus maintenance.

National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Heavy Engineering) Level 4 or equivalent.

Strong knowledge of commercial vehicle maintenance, compliance, and safety standards.

Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Flexible, resilient, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer

A full-time, permanent role with a company vehicle provided.

The chance to lead multiple workshops across South Auckland.

A supportive team environment where innovation, safety, and leadership are valued.

Opportunities for growth as we integrate electric vehicle technology into our fleet.

How to Apply

If you're ready to lead our South Auckland workshops to success, apply today and become part of our team!

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