Installs, diagnoses, and repairs electrical systems in vehicles, from wiring to entertainment and safety systems. Uses diagnostic tools to trace faults and carry out repairs to industry standards. Plays an important role in New Zealand's automotive trade. Work takes place in workshops or at fleet sites, with roles available in transport, agriculture, and the marine sector. A trade qualification and ongoing training in modern vehicle systems is typically required for the role to advance. The trade suits people who enjoy hands-on problem-solving, as modern vehicles blend mechanical and electronic systems. Ongoing training with manufacturers keeps skills current and is often part of the employment package.

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Total Remuneration Range

Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions

Minimum Wage
$49,816
Living Wage
$62,192
Median
$69,200
90th Percentile
$69,200
Minimum Wage
$23.95/hr
$49,816/year
1.4×
This role pays 1.4 times the minimum wage
+39%
Living Wage
$29.90/hr
$62,192/year
1.1×
This role pays 1.1 times the living wage
+11%
National Wage Percentile
$69,200
median salary for this role
Top 42.4%
This role's median is higher than 57.6% of all NZ wage/salary earners
1,205,630 earners at or above this salary
Source: IRD Wage & Salary Distributions — March 2026

Common questions about Auto Electrician pay

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What is the median salary for Auto Electrician in New Zealand?

Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Auto Electrician in New Zealand is $69,200 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $69,200 (10th percentile) to $69,200 (90th percentile).

How does Auto Electrician pay compare with NZ wage benchmarks?

A full-time median of $69,200 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.

What does a Auto Electrician earn at each experience level?

Median pay by experience: Senior (6-9 Yrs) $68,000.

Most Common Perks

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Pay by Experience Level

Median salary progression

Senior (6-9 Yrs)
$68,000

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$69,200
Christchurch / Canterbury 6 - 9 years (Senior) Sep 2026

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