Careers

What We Look For

• Care about the work. We want people who take pride in doing locksmith work properly, not just quickly.
• Straight talk with customers. You will be in someone's home or business explaining what you found. Plain language beats jargon.
• Reliability. Showing up when you said you would matters more here than any single line on a resume.
• Respect for the property. Protecting the space, cleaning up, and leaving it better than you found it.
• Safety, every time. Following safe practice is part of the job, not an extra.

Experience in locksmithing or a related trade helps. If you have the attitude and not yet the trade experience, say so, because we do train.

Roles We Hire For

Openings depend on the work available. These are potential roles within the locksmith trade.

Mobile Locksmith Technician

A mobile locksmith technician assesses and works on mechanical locks at residential and commercial properties. The role involves listening to customers, identifying faults, carrying out appropriate repairs and explaining completed work. Travel throughout Invercargill and surrounding Southland areas may be part of the job.

Qualifications

• Practical experience with mechanical locks, door hardware or closely related repair work.
• Strong fault-finding skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with customers.
• A suitable current driver's licence for assigned vehicle duties.
• Willingness to follow access authorisation and property security procedures.

Benefits

• Varied practical work across different property types.
• Opportunities to develop mechanical lock and hardware knowledge.
• Supportive, straightforward working environment.
• Employment terms, remuneration and any allowances to be discussed if a vacancy becomes available.

Apprentice or Trainee Locksmith

A trainee locksmith develops skills in mechanical locking systems, key identification, lock servicing and customer communication under appropriate supervision. The role suits someone who enjoys working with their hands, thinking carefully about mechanical problems and following safe working procedures.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in practical mechanical work and problem-solving.
• Good attention to small components and accurate measurements.
• Reliable approach to work and willingness to learn.
• Respect for security procedures and customer confidentiality.
• Ability to follow instructions and ask questions when unsure.

Benefits

• Potential opportunity to learn from experienced technicians.
• Exposure to residential and commercial lock hardware.
• Development of practical fault-finding and customer service skills.
• Training and employment arrangements to be confirmed if a position is offered.

Automotive Lock Technician

An automotive lock technician focuses on suitable mechanical vehicle locking systems, damaged lock components and related key problems. The role requires a careful approach because vehicle mechanisms, trim and security technology vary widely between manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle mechanical systems, automotive repair or relevant locksmith work.
• Ability to identify vehicle models and understand hardware differences.
• Careful handling of vehicle parts and finishes.
• Awareness of electronic immobiliser and modern key-system limitations.
• Commitment to verifying ownership or authorisation before security-related work.

Benefits

• Varied vehicle-related mechanical challenges.
• Opportunities to expand knowledge of lock designs and components.
• Collaborative problem-solving with other technicians.
• Role scope, specialist training and remuneration to be discussed if recruitment takes place.

Customer Service & Scheduling Coordinator

A customer service and scheduling coordinator helps customers explain their lock concerns, records accurate job information and assists with arranging appointments. The role involves clear communication, attention to detail and understanding when urgent requests need special handling.

Qualifications

• Friendly and professional communication skills.
• Good organisation and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to manage changing priorities.
• Comfort using email, scheduling tools and basic office systems.
• Respect for customer privacy and security-sensitive information.

Benefits

• Customer-focused role supporting practical local services.
• Opportunities to learn about locksmith work and job coordination.
• Varied daily enquiries and problem-solving.
• Work arrangements, hours and remuneration to be agreed if a vacancy is advertised.

How to Apply

Email contact@locksmithsinvercargill.co.nz with "Careers" and the role in the subject line. Include:

• A short note about the kind of work you have done
• Your resume, or simply a list of previous jobs and dates
• The area you can reliably get to
• A phone number and the best time to reach you

We read every application. If there is a fit, expect a short phone conversation first, then a meeting and a ride-along on a job so you can see the work before you commit to it.

We do not always have an opening posted. Send your information anyway. We keep applications on file and reach out first to people who already introduced themselves when a spot opens.

Locksmiths Invercargill considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Questions about this page?

Prefer to talk? Call 03 288 9646 or email contact@locksmithsinvercargill.co.nz and we will get back to you.