Job Description

ABOUT DRIVE GROUP NEW ZEALAND

At Drive Group New Zealand, we believe performance and success begin with fixing every vehicle to a high-quality and safe standard. These quality standards are backed by our day-to-day commitment to providing excellent customer care and service. Drive Group truly represents the adage “one-stop-shop solution,” with our range of services covering the entire gamut of motor vehicle accident repairs.

WORKING WITH US

At Drive Group New Zealand, we believe our people are the key to our success and offer a wide range of benefits to show our appreciation, including:

• ‘ME’ Day A paid day off on your birthday so you can celebrate however you’d like!

• Health and Wellbeing Program Your wellbeing is important to us, and we offer you and your immediate family members to utilise our Employee Assistance Program which provides access to free, confidential counselling and support whenever its needed.

• Reward and Recognition Take part in site-initiated incentives, including BBQ lunches, team dinners and events, and company-wide recognition programs, such as quarterly awards for our best performers, and more.

• Training: We provide leadership and management training, ensuring our Production Managers are equipped with the skills needed to lead teams effectively, drive performance, and stay up to date with industry advancements.

• Stability and Flexibility We offer full-time permanent roles with job security and flexibility.

• Career Development As we are growing at a rapid rate and promote from within, opportunities for career progression are bountiful.

• Bonus Programs Such as our Refer A Friend Program, where you will receive up to $5,000 for recommending a friend to come and work with us.

• Equal Opportunity Drive Group is an equal opportunity employer. Joining our team means joining a company that prioritises the health, safety, and wellbeing of its people and fosters a culture of respect, inclusivity, and safety.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking a Production Manager for our new site in Hillsborough. The hands-on Production Manager will lead and support our repair operations.

This is your chance to play a foundational role—build and lead a high-performing team, influence the site’s culture, and grow your career.

As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring efficiency in workflow, and maintaining the highest quality and safety standards. You will work closely with our technicians, insurers, and customers, driving team performance while ensuring a seamless repair process from start to finish.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in the automotive industry, in a similar role.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining efficiency and quality.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to coach, mentor, and engage employees to drive a positive team culture.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills to ensure service outcomes are achieved effectively.
• Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with insurers, customers, and team members.
• A strong commitment to health and safety standards, ensuring all procedures are followed and maintained at the highest level.
• A valid driver’s licence and appropriate New Zealand working rights.

If you are a driven, hands-on leader looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a fast-growing company, express your interest now!

Alternatively, you can email your resume and details to people@drivegroup.co.nz, and a member of our team will be in touch.