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With more than 30 years in the industry, we’ve grown from humble beginnings in Whangarei to a nationwide network - built on expertise, quality, and people.\nDue to an internal promotion, we are looking for a Workshop Foreman to ensure our workshop runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.\nWhat you’ll be doing\nSupervising & Leading\nLead and support a team of technicians and apprentices, monitoring workloads and progress.\n\nTrain, mentor, and challenge the team to continuously improve their skills.\n\nCarry out quality control checks during and after repairs, ensuring work exceeds customer expectations.\n\nSupport the Service Manager with workshop profitability, rework investigations, and approvals for additional costs.\n\nKeep equipment maintained, workshop materials stocked and ensure open communication across the team.\n\nTechnical Knowledge\nStay up to date with vehicle servicing and repair standards.\n\nCarry out diagnostics, servicing, adjustments, and repairs using service manuals and specialist tools.\n\nAttend training and courses as required to keep your technical skills sharp.\n\nHealth, Safety & Environment\nPromote a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.\n\nLead toolbox meetings when required and proactively identify hazards.\n\nMaintain workshop practices that minimise environmental impact.\n\nCustomer Service\nCommunicate clearly and professionally with staff, customers, and the service team.\n\nFocus on delivering quality workmanship, on time, every time.\n\nBe proactive in resolving issues and keeping jobs on track.\n\nWhat you’ll bring\nHeavy Diesel Mechanical Qualification.\n\nA clean NZ driver’s licence (minimum Class 2).\n\n5+ years’ experience as an automotive technician, with proven leadership ability.\n\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.\n\nA hands-on, practical approach with strong problem-solving ability.\n\nHighly organised, with the ability to motivate and lead a team.\n\nWhat’s in it for you\nCompetitive pay rates + overtime at time-and-a-half.\n\nOngoing brand training with FUSO, Mercedes-Benz, and Freightliner.\n\nCareer development opportunities across our national network.\n\nA supportive and safety-focused team environment.\n\nAt Keith Andrews, we’re more than trucks - we’re about people, pride, and performance. 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