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Automotive Technician Apprentice

Papamoa Beach, Bay of Plenty 3118, New Zealand • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Enrolled in or willing to start an automotive apprenticeship.
  • Learning or experience in vehicle diagnostics and mechanical systems.
  • Maintained a clean, organised and safe workshop, following health & safety and systems.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Entry Level

Description

Live and work just steps from the coastline. Surf before work, grab a barista-made coffee in our workshop kitchen, and knock off to bike trails, fishing spots, or a backyard BBQ. Short commutes, solid schools, and a proper coastal lifestyle for you and your whanau.

At Coastal Autos, we run a clean, modern workshop with good systems, good people, and high standards. We’re looking for an Apprentice Automotive Mechanic who’s keen to learn, shows up with the right attitude, and wants to build a real career — not just a job.

Why You’ll Love Starting Your Apprenticeship With Us

  • Clean, modern workshop with up-to-date tools and equipment
  • Supportive team who actually teach and back you
  • Real hands-on learning across servicing, diagnostics, and repairs
  • Clear systems and structured workflow (no chaos)
  • Epic location with lifestyle perks

Who We’re Looking For

  • Keen to start or already enrolled in an automotive apprenticeship
  • Reliable, motivated, and ready to learn
  • Good attitude — turns up, listens, and uses their initiative
  • Takes pride in their work and wants to do it right
  • Team player who respects the workshop and the people in it

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Assisting with servicing, inspections, and repairs on a wide range of vehicles
  • Fitting, balancing and repairing tyres
  • Wheel alignments
  • Learning diagnostics, mechanical systems, and workshop processes
  • Working alongside experienced techs
  • Keeping the workshop clean, organised, and safe
  • Detailing vehicles
  • Helping with carpark management
  • Following job cards, systems, and health & safety standards

How to Apply Email your CV and a short note telling us why you want to get into the trade.

Include the subject line: “I’m Your Next Apprentice”

We’re keen to hear from people who want to learn properly and build something long-term.