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Napier City, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand / Aotearoa
Onsite
The Opportunity:
Join us as an Autoglass Technician and become a key player in keeping people safe on the road. In this hands-on role, you will repair, replace, and recalibrate vehicle glass using cutting-edge tools and technology—delivering top-quality workmanship every time.
You’ll also be the face of our service, working directly with customers to provide expert advice, offer value-added products, and ensure every interaction is a great one. Your commitment to exceptional customer service will make a real difference.
We offer career development and experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
Our technicians get opportunities for paid short-term overseas assignments – this year alone, we’ve had team members working in Australia and Sweden! You’ll also get a chance to earn while you learn, completing a nationally recognised qualification on the job – all paid for.
Whether you're an experienced technician or ready to start a new and exciting career path, we offer a supportive team environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities to grow with us.
Location: Smith&Smith Napier
Hours: 30 hours, rostered across Monday - Sunday
What we’re looking for
Motivated people with a passion for hands-on work, and a genuine interest in advancing technical skills with a keen eye for detail.
No prior Autoglass repair and replacement experience is necessary as we provide comprehensive training.
A passion for exceptional customer service.
Excellent communication skills in English and the ability to upsell value-added products and services.
Physical capability to repetitively lift heavy items (up to 25kg) during a normal working day.
A clean driver's license (restricted or full class) is a minimum requirement.
You must have unrestricted rights to work in New Zealand.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test.
What we offer
Empowering leadership – Work with leaders who support, encourage, and help you grow. Full training towards a National Certificate in Automotive Reglazing (Level 3) NZQF and ongoing support to develop your knowledge, confidence and experience.
Top-quality gear – We’ll provide your workwear and access to industry-leading tools and equipment.
Wellness that works – Enjoy a comprehensive wellness programme, including free day-to-day health cover through Southern Cross to help you stay healthy and keep costs down.
Rewarding you – Access to a fantastic rewards programme.
$200 annual wellbeing fund – Use it for anything that supports your wellbeing, like gym memberships, health costs, sports gear, self-development classes, or even a relaxing spa day.
Birthday leave – A paid day off on your birthday.
Support for new parents – Receive 10 days of paid leave to attend appointments or spend quality time bonding with your new family.
Give back to your community – Take a paid day each year to volunteer and make a difference in your local area.
Career development – We’re committed to helping you grow, with ongoing training and development opportunities.
Global opportunities – As part of the Belron® group, you’ll have access to career pathways not just across New Zealand, but around the world.
About us – Belron New Zealand (Smith&Smith®, Laser® and Exceed)
Belron® is the world's leading vehicle glass repair and replacement group, operating in 40 countries across 6 continents, and home to 26000 employees.
Our New Zealand operations consist of three well-respected brands in the market being Smith&Smith®, Laser® and Exceed. Smith&Smith® is New Zealand’s leading Automotive Vehicle Glass Repair and Replacement specialist; Laser is New Zealand’s leading Plumbing and Electrical brand and Exceed is a leader in repairing door and window hardware.
At Belron New Zealand, you’ll be joining a whānau where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We also take our role in society seriously and are proud to have been awarded a Gold 2026 EcoVadis Sustainability Rating – putting us in the top 5% of global companies for social, environmental, and ethical performance.
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