Automotive Employment
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Time tested and proven results delivered with decency

Our track record stands on its own merit.

By design, not chance, our own team members are selected for decency, reasoning skills, and their depth of motor industry knowledge.

It is our belief that when industry knowledge and reasoning skills of our consulting team are paired, the correct selection of skills takes place.

Decency ensures consideration of both the clients' return on investment and genuinely beneficial careers for our job seekers. With this consideration first in mind we demonstrate our success with proven, long-term tenures of employment that lead to successful client relationships often spanning decades.

Automotive Employment NZ, through its owners and management at Jobcorp NZ Ltd, have a historical trading record that can be traced back to 1991.

Employer Services

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  • "​Knowledgeable, timely communication, and willing to give advice outside of scope of job placement."

    Rachel Frentz, Senior Talent Advisor

  • "​Very nice guy!"

    Ryan Mathie, Service Manager

  • "​Very responsive and knowledgeable with the our needs with the position to be filled, very happy with the candidate to date."

    Matagi Luli, General Manager

  • "​He always knows what I am looking for. Very engaged in the process"

    Shaun Clay, Group Service Manager

  • "​Always helpful, great communication throughout the process."

    Travis Cross, General Manager Aftersales – Botany

  • "​I found the process seamless. I have found Cassandra to be a highly motivated, focused on the needs of our business and the type of candidate that we require, she listens and is a total professional."

    Bob Hart, Aftersales Parts & Service Manager

  • "​Russell was amazing. I enjoyed working with him to further my career"

    Nigel, Candidate

  • "​Having collaborated closely with Russell Phillips and the team at Automotive Employment NZ since 2018, I can confidently endorse their exceptional recruitment services across various sectors of the automotive industry. Their comprehensive range of services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients and employers and I have personally experienced both ends of their incredible engagement throughout my automotive career in New Zealand. They have always managed to excel in providing high calibre, vetted staff for a variety of roles that I have tasked them with during my tenure in a senior role with a large international automotive group, and their value-added services have proved to be attractive and beneficial for all parties involved. In conclusion, I have no hesitation in recommending Automotive Employment NZ for their exceptional recruitment services, tailored solutions, and commitment to client satisfaction. Their professionalism, expertise, and range of services make them a valuable partner in the motor industry. Sincerely, Cornel Marais, Regional Operations Manager, Armstrong's Group"

    Cornel Marais, Regional Operations Manager Auckland

  • "Bayswater Group have utilized recruitment services from Russell Phillips and the team at Automotive Employment NZ since 2017. They continue to provide exceptional recruitment services through both targeted campaigns as well as their extensive candidate database. We have great confidence in their vetting process which always provides high caliber applicants. We have interviewed and subsequently successfully employed many candidates from New Zealand and offshore with the assistance of Automotive Employment NZ. At a personal level, my first relationship with Automotive Employment NZ was as a candidate in 2010, they could not have been more helpful through the whole selection process and resulting relocation of my family to Auckland. From 2010 until 2017, I held an executive role with a large corporate automotive retail group. I also utilized the services of Automotive Employment there with great confidence and success. I would have no hesitation recommending Automotive Employment NZ for their recruitment services and ongoing candidate support. Sincerely, Paul Brown, CEO Bayswater Vehicle Group"

    Paul Brown , CEO

  • "The team at Automotive Employment NZ assisted my husband and I in securing work in New Zealand in 2017. They were exceptional in their assistance in every aspect of our Immigration, from arranging interviews, and helping us to secure employment, to even going above and beyond to help us find a rental and schooling for my children. Throughout the years we have been in New Zealand, the Jobcorp team have supported us on an ongoing basis and any time we have needed advice or assistance, they have provided it without hesitation. The team at Automotive Employment NZ and Jobcorp their parent company that also has an immigration division have heart, compassion and a sense of generosity that exceeds the requirement of an Employment agency. I highly recommend using Automotive Employment NZ to any business or individual who is wanting a high level of attention to detail and the compassion and understanding that is required for people who are immigrating. Thank you to the team for your ongoing support and kindness."

    Keri-Ann and Ryno Hattingh, Candidate

  • "We have used Jobcorp owned Automotive Employment for several assignments across different parts of our business over several years. Each assignment was unique, and the team took the time to fully understand our operational requirements, skillset prerequisites and, more importantly, our needs around fit for our business and culture. Their attention to detail was outstanding as was their communication and empathy with the candidates they presented to us. Infact, they never presented a candidate that wasn’t a great fit. They are a team that is highly professional and very clearly genuinely cares about what is best for their clients and candidates over and above the need for a sale. "

    Gavin Lightfoot, GM Finance and Insurance

Latest available candidates

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  • Apprentice - Auckland

    ​This apprentice completed their Level 3 NZ Certificate in Automotive Engineering at Unitec in 2023 and he is now looking for a full time apprenticeship so he can continue his career in the inddustry.

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  • Apprentice - Auckland

    This apprentice holds a level 3 Automotive Engineering qualification and has welding skills. He has been working for an earthmoving company since late 2024 and enjoys helping friends and family with the maintenance and repairs of their cars in his spare time. He is looking to relocate to Auckland from Tauranga.

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  • Apprentice - Hamilton

    ​Having just completed her level 3 Automotive Engineering Certificate via Wintec, this candidate is looking to take her first step in her automotive career by commencing an apprenticeship in Hamilton.

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  • Apprentice - Hawkes Bay

    ​This apprentice has completed his Automotive Engineering Level 3 in 2024 at EIT Hawkes Bay and is based in Napier. He has a passion for all things cars and works on vehicles in his spare time and is open to either light or heavy automotive apprenticeships.

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  • 80608
    Heavy Diesel Technician, Workshop Controller/Foreman/Team Leader, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Diesel Mechanic - Wellington

    An truck mechanic with 2 decades of experience and has progressed from apprentice to Workshop Foreman. He has worked on Merc, Fuso, Freightliner, Isuzu, Volvo, and MAN trucks, has brand training and proven expertise in diagnostics, servicing, and repairs, as well as supervising and training others. Wanting to relocate to Wellington

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  • 138783
    Automotive / Automotive Parts, Parts Advisor/Interpreter, Automotive Trades
    Parts Advisor - Auckland

    This Auckland based Certified Parts Sales Advisor with 4 years of experience with the same employer is looking for a new challenge. His responsibilities include parts sales, inventory management, customer service, and contribution to workplace Health and Safety initiatives.

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  • 127792
    Heavy Diesel Technician, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Experienced Forklift Mechanic

    A technicially proficient and well experienced forklift technician with 20+ years' experience including in a supervisory capacity. He possesses extensive experience across multiple brands and has a proven record of exceeding expectations. He is seeking a challenging role and a better life for his family in New Zealand.

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  • 119686
    Light Automotive Technician, Automotive, Automotive Trades
    Toyota Diagnostic Technician

    A highly skilled Toyota diagnostic technician with 13+ years' experience in vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance. Proven ability to exceed performance targets and a strong record of continuous professional development, seeking relocation to New Zealand.

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  • 127124
    Light Automotive Sales, F&I Business Manager/Salesperson, Accounting & Finance
    F&I Business Manager - Tauranga

    A highly motivated and results-oriented automotive professional with 16 years of experience based in Tauranga. With a strong background in parts and the last 3 years in vehicle sales and F&I, he is seeking a full time F&I role in the automotive industry, or an opportunity in lending insurance.

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  • 112229
    Automotive / Automotive Parts, Service Advisors/Administrators, Parts Advisor/Interpreter, Automotive
    Service/Parts Advisor - Auckland/Hamilton

    ​Currently an automotive lecturer on contract, this NZ resident is hoping to secure a full time, permanent opportunity in Hamilton or Auckland. She holds an Automotive Diploma and an Electrical Engineering degree and held an Electrical Quality Control Engineer role with a Mazda manufacturer for 13 years. Open to various opportunities.

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  • 139692
    Heavy Diesel Technician, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Diesel Mechanic

    ​A skilled technician with extensive experience on various brands of forklifts (Clark, UniCarrier, Bobcat, Raymond, Crown, Hyster, Toyota), as well as prior experience on farm equipment trucks (Kenworth, Freightliner, Volvo, International). Seeking relocation to New Zealand from the USA, preferably the South Island.​

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  • 1277740
    Light Automotive Technician, Automotive, Automotive Trades
    Automotive Technician

    ​A Mercedes-Benz Diagnostic Technician with High Voltage training and 6+ years on the brand at the same employer, and exposure to other brands such as Honda, Skoda, and Mahindra. Open to any location.

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  • 139390
    Automotive / Automotive Parts, Parts Advisor/Interpreter, Automotive, Automotive Trades
    Parts Advisor

    ​A Kiwi currently on OE with a Toyota dealership in the UK is looking to return home - he has 8+ years of Parts Advisor experience and is after a similar role though he would also consider a Service Advisor role and would prefer to be in the North Island.

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  • 104863
    Heavy Diesel Technician, Service Advisors/Administrators, Workshop Controller/Foreman/Team Leader, Service/Aftersales/Workshop Manager, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Senior Forklift Mechanic/Foreman

    ​A casualty of his employer's doors closing, this Auckland based, experienced forklift technician is in need of a new job opportunity. He would consider an on tools role but would prefer off tools roles such as Service Advisor, Foreman, or Parts Advisor.

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  • 135652
    Automotive, Automotive Trades
    WOF Technician

    This qualified technician with WOF authority is based in Tauranga and currently in the market for a new opportunity as he is one of many victims of recent redundancies in the market. He also has Lexus brand training and exposure to Nissan and other vehicle brands.

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