Automotive Services Advisor - Central North Island

Are you looking for the next step in your automotive career? We are now looking for an Automotive Service Advisor to manage our Central store network, covering the Manawatu, Taranaki, Wellington and Hawkes Bay region.

About Bridgestone NZ Ltd

Bridgestone is the largest tyre company in the world and the number one tyre brand in New Zealand. We focus on constantly improving, innovating and evolving to continue delivering not only the best products but also the best service. Bridgestone New Zealand's network of stores nationwide includes Bridgestone Select and Bridgestone Tyre Centre.

About the Role

Reporting to NZ Automotive Services Manager, you will be overseeing and supporting the stores across the Central North Island, covering Manawatu, Taranaki, Wellington and the Hawkes Bay regions. Your responsibilities will include coaching and training retail managers and automotive staff with technical competence, warrant of fitness training and compliance, and ensuring high standards of performance and service for our automotive stores. A strong focus on Health and Safety is essential as well as the ability to step into a hands-on role temporarily if necessary.

Skills & Experience Required:

• A full and clean NZ driver's licence
• A Level 4 Certificate in Automotive, or equivalent, as well as sound technical knowledge, specifically in AVI and strong adherence to NZTA standards
• A minimum of 5 years' experience working as a Mechanic, ideally within a leadership or senior position
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• A keen eye for growing revenue streams and improving business strategies and processes

In return we can offer you:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Ongoing development and training within the role
• Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone
• Great staff benefits and incentives, including Health Insurance

Please Note: As Bridgestone is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug screening test.

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.