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Mechanic

Canterbury
Automotive Technician (Light Vehicle Mechanic)

Job description

Join the Kiwi Campers team!
Kiwi Campers is one of New Zealand’s leading campervan rental companies, with a large and diverse fleet travelling throughout New Zealand every day.

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Mechanic to join our Christchurch workshop team. This is a hands-on role where no two days are quite the same. You’ll be working on everything from smaller campervans and cars through to larger motorhomes, keeping our fleet safe, reliable and ready for customers.

What you’ll be doing
Your role will involve a wide variety of mechanical and maintenance work, including:

Carrying out servicing, inspections and general mechanical repairs

Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults

Preparing vehicles for rental and ensuring they meet our safety and quality standards

Completing pre- and post-rental inspections

Carrying out COF-related repairs and maintenance

Electrical fault finding and basic auto-electrical work

Brake, suspension, steering and engine repairs

Assisting with vehicle breakdowns and urgent repairs when required

Completing preventative maintenance across the fleet

Keeping accurate records of work completed

Working closely with our workshop and operations teams to keep vehicles moving

Because we operate a rental fleet, getting vehicles repaired efficiently and to a high standard is critical. You'll need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.

About you
We’re looking for someone who:

Has a relevant automotive qualification and/or strong industry experience

Has excellent diagnostic and mechanical skills

Can work independently and take ownership of jobs

Takes pride in producing quality workmanship

Has good attention to detail

Works well under pressure and can prioritise competing jobs

Has a strong commitment to health and safety

Is reliable, practical and willing to get stuck in

Has good communication skills and works well as part of a team

Holds a full NZ driver's license

Experience working on campervans, motorhomes, light commercial vehicles or rental fleets would be an advantage, but isn’t essential.

Why work with Kiwi Campers?
This is a great opportunity to join a growing New Zealand company and work with a genuinely interesting fleet of vehicles.

You’ll get:

A varied workload — no two days are the same

The opportunity to work on a wide range of vehicles

A friendly and practical workshop environment

A stable full-time position

Opportunities to develop your automotive skills

The satisfaction of keeping vehicles on the road and helping people enjoy their New Zealand adventures

Ready to join us?
If you’re an experienced mechanic who enjoys solving problems, working with your hands and taking pride in getting vehicles back on the road, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us about your experience and why you’d be a good fit for Kiwi Campers.

This job listing will expire on 07 December 2026 at 23:59