Avis Budget Group

WorkshopForeman

$70–95k ~AI est. Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Workshop Foreman at Avis Budget Group. Skills: Workshop management, Team supervision, Vehicle repair. Oversee workshop team. Service motor vehicles”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving abilities; Diagnosing complex faults

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Trade qualification in Motor Mechanics, Full Drivers’ license, Experience within car rental industry, Previous supervisory or leadership role, Sound coaching and mentoring skills, Demonstrated understanding of Customer Service techniques, Demonstrated use of Sales techniques, Excellent verbal skills, Excellent written skills, Knowledge of OSH&E legislation, Excellent problem-solving abilities, Comprehensive knowledge of Avis Budget computer system, Comprehensive knowledge of Avis Budget policies, Comprehensive knowledge of Avis Budget procedures

What You'll Do.

Oversee workshop team

Service motor vehicles

Repair motor vehicles

Maintain motor vehicles

Control vehicle workshop yard

Oversee yard driver tasks

Control warranty bookings

Control service bookings

Follow up on vehicle returns

Quality control panel repair vehicles

Order vehicle repair parts

Supervise workshop staff

Ensure OH&S safety standards

Supervise minor repairs

Supervise preventative maintenance

Complete Workshop Repair Orders

Advise mechanics on repairs

Diagnose complex faults

Answer phone enquiries

Provide breakdown assistance

Respond to breakdowns

Liaise with external repairers

Coordinate external repairs

Prepare vehicles for handback

Prepare vehicles for sales

Remove fuel from sales vehicles

Test workshop equipment

Test mechanical equipment

Test electrical equipment

Keep accurate job records

Record servicing history

Process accident reports

Process accident quotes

Deal professionally with clients

Assist in administrative duties

Maintain Wizard system

Organise contractor services

Reset contractor services

Inspect lease vehicles

Inspect hand back vehicles

Organise vehicle repairs

Liaise with Fleet Department

Interpret part allocation

Allocate parts upon delivery

Comply with OSH&E policies

Comply with OSH&E procedures

Eliminate workplace risks

Minimise workplace risks

Adhere to Quality Assurance Guidelines

Adhere to Uniform Guidelines

Work efficiently in team

Work effectively in team

Maintain service excellence culture

Accomplish organisational goals

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Workshop team; Yard staff; Mechanics; External repairers; Fleet Department

Communication Scope

Verbal skills; Written skills; Phone enquiries

Full Job Description

A new opportunity for someone who wants to step into a leadership role based at the Christchurch Airport. * **Leadership role** * **Christchurch Airport based** * **Big, stable international organisation** **About the role:** You, as Workshop Foreman will oversee the workshop team with servicing, repairs, and maintenance of the Avis Budget Group motor vehicles, ensuring they are completed in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner, and to the company standards within all appropriate laws and regulations while maintaining a safe environment. You will perform duties and provide services which reflect the Company’s values. Essential duties and responsibilities, shown below, will vary accordingly based on the location, team size, brand and any specialised or specific requirements. _Key duties would include:_ * This role will involve the assistance of running the workshop along with the Service manager. * Helping with driving productivity within the two shops along with Service manager. * Control of vehicle workshop yard. * Overseeing tasks to be completed by teams including yard drivers. * Control of warranty and service bookings with dealers, including the follow up and return of these vehicles. * Quality control of panel repair return vehicles before returning to fleet. * Ordering parts workshop stock and vehicle repair parts also controlling amount of stock carried and ensuring no obsolescent stock is being held unnecessarily. * Internal training and supervision of workshop & yard staff. * Ensuring OH&S safety standards are followed and adhered in the workshop and yard areas. All PPE is provided and used when required in the workshop. * Ensuring the Servicing of vehicles is in line with manufacturers’ specifications and company standards, including supervising minor repairs and preventative maintenance checks on fleet vehicles (e.g. replacing fluids, changing oil/air filter, tyres, brakes etc.) _Other responsibilities would include:_ * Completing Workshop Repa

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