Senior Automotive Transmission Mechanic
About the business and the role
The Gearbox Factory is one of New Zealand's longest running and premier transmission specialists (established in 1974) therefore can offer stability for your job and an excellent company culture. Located in East Tamaki, Auckland, we look to provide the highest level of workmanship and quality on every job. We offer a vast range of transmission rebuilds, repairs, services and unique customisation. (Over 300 5 star reviews since 2020).
We are looking for an experienced qualified automotive mechanic/ technician to join our professional team. Initially working in the fitting shop, however potentially with the view to eventually progressing into our dedicated automatic, or manual department as a dedicated rebuilder.
Ideally to be considered for this position the applicant must already have prior experience, working on a large range of automotive transmissions - cars and light trucks only. (This must be backed up by at least 5 years of solid work experience - supported by great references).
Job tasks and responsibilities
Stripping and rebuilding automotive gearboxes
Identifying and diagnosing faults in internal stripped assemblies i.e. automatic transmissions, manual transmissions, transfer cases and differentials
Replacing and/or repairing parts to a high standard and ensuring thorough QA before release
Working independently and with minimal supervision
Any other general automotive tasks as needed, e.g. services etc
Ideal Skillset already
Experience in transmission diagnostic work on a range of types of cars and light truck gearboxes
Stripping and rebuilding gearboxes of various types , either manual or automatic vehicles
Experience in fault identification in stripped internal assemblies, either manual or automatic vehicles
Experience in diagnosing faults and then repairing, transmissions, clutches, transfer cases and differentials
Repairing parts to a high standard and ensuring thorough QA before release to customer
As needed, general automotive tasks, e.g. servicing, fitting transmissions etc
Be well presented and have excellent written and spoken English
Have a great work ethic and work predominantly unsupervised
Have your own comprehensive tool kit
This position is a full time role 40 hours/week, 8 hours/day, Monday - Friday. The remuneration rate will be totally dependent on current skillset and what the candidate can bring to the company.
Note: ONLY applicants with New Zealand citizenship, and experienced qualified senior mechanics, will be considered for this role.
If you believe you are the right candidate, in the first instance, apply below with your CV and cover letter.
The Gearbox Factory Management
Employer questions
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- How many years' experience do you have as a mechanic?
- How would you rate your English language skills?
- Have you worked in a role which requires fault finding experience?
- Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
- How many years' experience do you have as an automotive mechanic?
- Do you have your own tools relevant to this role?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
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