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Auto Electrician

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  • Full Time

Christchurch

Job Description

Job description


Job reference - 1666071

  • Strong diagnostic and auto electrical repair experience essential
  • Forklift or equipment experience advantageous, but not essential
  • $38 - $44.50 per hour, dependent on skills and experience

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Exciting opportunity in Christchurch we are seeking a qualified Auto Electrician with strong diagnostic and electrical repair capabilities.


In return

  • Above-market hourly rates for the right candidate
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Supportive, productive, and well-structured team environment
  • Excellent working conditions and modern equipment
  • Opportunity to expand your experience across specialist equipment


The role

  • Diagnosing and repairing electrical and electronic faults
  • Carrying out complex electrical diagnostics and fault-finding
  • Electrical repairs, maintenance and component, replacement
  • Installing and maintaining electrical systems and components
  • Using modern diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve faults
  • Working across a range of equipment and machinery
  • Field service work and customer callouts where required
  • Maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer service


Skills sought

  • Relevant Auto Electrical trade qualification
  • Proven experience as an Auto Electrician, preferably on forklifts and/or heavy equipment
  • Solid automotive electrical diagnostics, fault-finding and repair skills
  • The ability to confidently identify electrical faults and complete repairs independently.
  • Experience working with modern electrical and electronic systems is essential.

Forklift, heavy vehicle, agricultural, construction or other equipment experience would be advantageous, however candidates with strong light automotive auto electrical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.



How to apply

Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome, as are applications from those based offshore who meet the requirements.


Click APPLY NOW to submit your CV. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion via email or phone during NZ business hours: +64 9 271 3200.


To view further vacancies, visit the job board on our website https://www.automotiveemployment.co.nz/jobs

Desired Hard Skills

  • Electrical Repairs
  • Auto Electrical Diagnostics
  • Fault-finding
  • Use of Diagnostic Equipment

Desired Soft Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Independence

Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary

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