Cook Islands Motor Centre are a busy, well established workshop serving a diverse mix of customers, from everyday drivers to boating charters.

They are seeking a Senior Mechanic who brings broad hands on experience across motor vehicles, motorcycles, outboard motors, and other small engines. If you take pride in high quality workmanship, enjoy a collaborative team culture, and want to contribute to a thriving island business, they would love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Diagnose, service, repair, and overhaul a wide range of engines and related systems (gasoline/diesel engines, electrical and electronic systems, fuel and cooling systems, transmissions, and hydraulics)

• Work primarily on motor vehicles with accuracy and efficiency

• Plan and prioritise repair and service workflows with the Service Manager to meet customer timelines and quality standards

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and safety checks; issue clear, technically accurate reports and recommendations

• Support diagnostics using modern workshop equipment and hand tools; identify parts and ordering needs in a timely manner

• Mentor and guide junior technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices

• Uphold safety, quality, and environmental standards; maintain a clean and organised work area

• Communicate effectively with customers, providing transparent explanations of issues, options, and costs
  
  What they’re looking for:
  

• Demonstrated experience as a senior mechanic with broad hands-on expertise in motor vehicles, motorcycles, outboard motors, and small engines

• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, service manuals, and technical specifications

• Excellent problem solving and decision making abilities; attention to detail

• Effective communication and customer facing skills

• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work well within a small, busy team

• Relevant trade qualification or certifications; current qualifications preferred

• Willingness to work in a tropical island environment and adapt to local customer needs

• Valid driver’s license; boating and marine experience is advantageous
  
  What they offer:
  

• Competitive, island market remuneration and benefits.

• A well structured workshop environment, efficiently managed by a credible Service Manager

• Ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative team culture

• Comfortable, respectful work conditions in a friendly island setting

Please send your CV and brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability to:

Holi Kairua

generalmanager@motorcentre.co.ck 

with subject  “Senior Mechanic – Application.”