Area Manager

About the role

As Area Manager, you will oversee the day to day operations of two Warrant of Fitness branches, support the teams, and keep the sites running smoothly. This role is hands on, practical, and perfect for someone who knows how a good service operation should feel and makes it happen. You'll be the steady, reliable leader who keeps both branches performing well — supporting staff, maintaining standards, and making sure customers get a consistent, high quality experience.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day to day operations of two Warrant of Fitness branches
• Support branch teams and maintain consistent standards
• Ensure consistent inspection quality and safe, compliant operations
• Manage smooth daily workflow and strong productivity
• Build confident, well supported branch leaders
• Maintain branches that run clean, tidy, and audit ready
• Seek out new business and network with local businesses to grow volume
• Balance rules, safety, and customer needs

About you

• Experience leading teams or supervising a busy service environment
• NZTA Inspection Authorities (desirable, but not essential)
• Practical, systems minded approach to keeping operations consistent
• Comfort in seeking out new business and networking
• Calm, fair leadership style that builds trust
• Strong communication and relationship skills
• Good judgement and the ability to make clear decisions
• Technical understanding of inspections or regulated services (helpful, not essential)
• Hands on, visible, and present in the branches
• Operationally disciplined and commercially aware

Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Company car & fuel card
• Laptop & phone
• Company health insurance (after 6 months)
• Gym subsidy (~$10/week)
• Discounted WOFs & services
• Social club events

About us

Drivesure is a trusted NZ owned vehicle inspection company known for technical accuracy, friendly service, and consistent performance across our network. As we grow, we're strengthening our frontline leadership to ensure every branch delivers the quality and customer experience we're known for.