Automotive Technician – Ford Specialist (Dargaville)

About the role

We are a family‑owned Ford dealership in Dargaville looking for a qualified Automotive Technician with recent Ford experience. This permanent position offers a stable, long‑term career in a supportive workshop environment, ideal for someone who values high workmanship standards and modern diagnostics.

Key responsibilities

• Service and repair Ford petrol and diesel vehicles.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and electrical fault finding using Ford diagnostic systems.
• Carry out WOF inspections and ensure compliance.
• Complete accurate service documentation for each job.
• Collaborate with a small, professional team to deliver quality workmanship.

Required profile

• Trade‑qualified Automotive Technician.
• Minimum 3 + years recent experience in a Ford dealership.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving abilities.
• Confidence working on both petrol and diesel Ford engines.
• Clear English communication skills and a reliable, team‑focused attitude.

Required skills

• Ford diagnostic systems.
• Advanced vehicle diagnostics.
• Electrical fault finding.
• WOF inspection procedures.
• Service documentation preparation.
• Petrol engine repair.
• Diesel engine repair.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• 40‑hour work week, Monday to Friday.
• Ongoing Ford factory training.
• Accredited employer with work‑visa support.
• Stable employment with long‑term prospects.