Workshop Manager

2 days ago

Queenstown, New Zealand Ritchies Transport Full time

**_The Opportunity;_**
We’re looking for an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Queenstown crew on a permanent basis as our new Workshop Manager.
Working on a variety of heavy vehicle brands including Volvo, MAN, Scania, BCI and Mitsubishi.

You will be responsible for the day to day running of the Workshop, involvement with both diesel and petrol motors, and in the future, EV as we set to decarbonise our fleet.

This role is a variety of proactive and active maintenance, managing the established team of Diesel Mechanics and reporting directly into the Depot Manager with assistance from the South Island Fleet Manager.

This role is Monday to Friday, but as our buses operate 24/7, you may occasionally get call outs over the weekend
- we do have an on-call allowance for this.

As well as your hourly rate, you will also gain a work Ute, with professional development and national support there for you too

**_About Us;_**
Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies with a team of more than 2,000 people providing coach and charter services right across the country.
We partner with regional councils and schools to supply public transport services as well as offering a range of bus and coach hire services to businesses and the general public. You would be joining us at an exciting time in Ritchies’ history as we gear up to decarbonise our fleet and move to a more sustainable public transport model.

**_About You;_**
You’re looking for a change, you want to work for a company that values your skills and work ethic and you’re ready to make the move
You take pride in your work; you’re a team player and you don’t hesitate to ‘go the extra mile’ to get tasks completed in a timely manner.
You're capable of giving clear and concise instructions and do the right thing.

You’re have a strong level of written and spoken English and can establish and keep positive relationships with staff, contractors and other businesses.
You know what the expectation is with Waka Kotahi and follow regulations.
You have experience managing teams, and are a 'lead by example' manager, that is approachable and keen to pass on skills and knowledge.

Health and safety is a priority of yours, and you know the importance of this in the workplace.

**_Your Skills;_**
- NZQA L4 Heavy Automotive Qualification/ equivalent automotive workshop experience
- Current New Zealand Drivers’ License Class 1 (ideally up to C4)
- Reliable
- Experience managing staff
- Eye for detail
- Health and safety conscious
- Physically capable of lifting up to 25kgs
- Tech savvy
- Enthusiastic attitude

**_ What you get;_**
- Supportive team
- Career progression opportunities
- Fortnightly Pay + Work Ute
- All relevant PPE provided

**_ Want to learn more? Just ask us._**
We are an equal opportunities employer, that focuses heavily on Health and Safety. As such, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking.

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