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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.

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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

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  • 111553
    Automotive, Automotive Distributor, Light Automotive Sales, Sales Manager, Sales
    Sales Manager / DP

    ​Highly motivated automotive professional with 11 years of experience in sales and sales management roles, including leading teams and building new dealerships. Seeking new challenges and opportunities for career growth. Open to relocation for the right role.

  • 130656
    Automotive, Service Advisors/Administrators, Automotive Trades
    Service Advisor / Workshop Manager - Auckland

    ​Starting his career as a qualified technician, this candidate moved up to a Service Advisor/Workshop Manager role and has fulfilled these duties for the same aftermarket workshop since 2018. He is hoping to join a franchise dealership as a Service Advisor to keep developing his skills. He also holds a current WOF licence.

  • 136035
    Automotive, Service/Aftersales/Workshop Manager, Panel and Paint Estimator, Automotive Distributor, Workshop Controller/Foreman/Team Leader, Automotive Trades
    Panel Shop Foreman/Estimator

    This qualified spray painter with extensive experience as a panel beater is open to considering different locations depending on the opportunity. Having previously run collision repair workshops, he is preferably after a 'step up' or off tools role such as Estimator or relevant insurance roles.

  • 132426
    Automotive, Light Automotive Technician, Automotive Trades
    Senior WOF Technician/Manager - Auckland

    After 15+ years running his own workshop, this WOF certified mechanic is ready for a new challenge. Open to off-tools roles or a WOF Technician role with light repair work.

  • 134820
    Automotive, Light Auto Electrician, Automotive Trades
    Senior Auto Electrician/Manager - Lower North Island

    ​This qualified auto electrician with 17 years of experience, including running an auto electrical department of a franchise dealership, is looking for a suitable opportunity in the Lower North Island. Available for immediate start

  • 96570
    Automotive, Parts Advisor/Interpreter, Service Advisors/Administrators, Automotive / Automotive Parts, Automotive Trades
    Parts/Service Advisor - South Auckland

    Looking to return from maternity leave, this Parts and Service Advisor is looking for their next challenge. Having fulfilled roles as Parts and Service Team Lead for both aftermarket and franchise operations, and previously as a Customer Service Rep, you will find she has all the skills necessary to succeed in a similar role. South/East Auckland locations preferred.

  • 120906
    Automotive, Light Auto Electrician, Heavy Auto Electrician, Automotive Trades, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Heavy Auto Electrician

    ​A qualified auto electrician with 8 years of experience on utes, mining equipment, and forklifts. He has advanced experience including building harnesses for machines, construction of panels, rewiring, air con repairs, building battery boxes, as well as general maintenance. He is wanting to relocate with his family and is open to locations.

  • 111930
    Automotive, Heavy Diesel Technician, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Diesel Mechanic - Forklifts and Trucks

    ​Starting out his career as a truck mechanic on Merc and MAN with a leading franchise operation, this technician has since moved on to forklifts (Toyota, Linde, Still). With 3.5 years on truck and 5+ years of forklift experience, he would be a solid addition to your workshop. Auckland and Tauranga and preferred but open to other locations.

  • 127502
    Automotive, Light Automotive Technician, Automotive Trades
    Automotive Technician with WOF - Auckland

    ​A senior qualified technician with WOF authority and Workshop Foreman experience and exposure to both volume and premium brands. He is looking for the next step up - preferably a Foreman/Controller role where he can continue to develop his skills and advance his career. Based in North Auckland so can only consider opportunities in these areas

  • 98262
    Automotive, Light Automotive Sales, Sales Manager, Sales
    Senior Vehicle Sales Executive - Auckland

    ​An experienced vehicle salesperson with both volume and premium brand experience is looking for a role closer to home in West Auckland. He is well presented and communicates well. He would consider a vehicle sales role for the right brand/employer that has opportunity to grow as he would like to move into a Sales Manager role in the future.

  • 130403
    Automotive, Heavy Diesel Technician, Automotive Trades, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Mobile Harbour Crane Mechanic

    ​A specialist crane mechanic in Singapore with nearly 20 years in the field, this technician's skills would best be suited in the ports - he has predominantly been exposed to the Liebherr brand but has worked on ship cranes, rubber tyre gantry cranes, yard cranes, and quay cranes. He is wanting to relocate to NZ with his wife and two young children.

  • 130673
    Automotive, Heavy Diesel Technician, Automotive Trades, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Diesel Mechanic - earthmoving equipment

    ​Currently leading the engines and transmissions department but still on tools, this qualified Diesel Mechanic has advanced skills. His overall tenure with his current employer, a leading heavy equipment supplier, is 17+ years, having worked in the component rebuild department for 7 years and in field service for 4 years. Wanting to relocate to NZ with his wife and 2 children.

  • 106759
    Automotive, F&I Business Manager/Salesperson, Light Automotive Sales
    F&I Business Manager - Auckland

    With over a decade of automotive experience this seasoned professional is now looking for a new role in Auckland. When he first started his career in sales he quickly moved over to F&I and then progressed to a General Manager role at a successful used car dealership for 5 years. Currently a Group Business Manager managing a few sites, he is now after a new challenge to sink his teeth into.

  • 122889
    Automotive, Automotive Distributor, Heavy Diesel Technician, Automotive Trades, Heavy Diesel Trades
    Workshop/Service Manager - Auckland

    ​This candidate currently holds a management role with a heavy equipment engineering workshop supervising the engineering and hydraulics workshops. The teams include hydraulic fitters, turners, machinists, boilermakers, fabricators, service supervisors. He is an Australian citizen and is looking for a similar role in Auckland where he can continue to develop his career.