About Automotive Careers NZ Ltd.
At Automotive Careers Daryl and Pat, the two Directors, have over sixty years combined experience working in the automotive, heavy commercial vehicle and construction equipment industries. Over that time they have gained extensive knowledge through both of them being trade qualified Technicians. Daryl and Pat have both progressed through their industries to hold senior management roles.
Daryl and Pat also have extensive recruitment experience. This knowledge was gained employing industry people at all levels when they were managing companies, but also through many years of experience working in the recruitment industry.
Daryl Feast
Daryl is a highly skilled Automotive Professional who has a wealth of knowledge and experience with both the New Zealand market, and his original home of the United Kingdom.
Daryl’s achievements include:
- Over 25 years in the automotive and heavy diesel motor industries
- Trade qualified Technician with extensive franchise training and experience
- Service and Sales Department Management roles
- More than five years experience working in the New Zealand Automotive Recruitment industry
Having successfully emigrated himself, Daryl is well placed to assist migrants that are considering relocating to New Zealand.
During his time in New Zealand Daryl has gained extensive knowledge of both the country and the various automotive industries operating here. He prides himself in matching the right candidates to the right clients. This makes Daryl one of the leading Automotive Recruiters in the country.
Pat O’Connor
Pat has a wealth of knowledge across most sectors of the Motor Trade. He is well known and highly respected, particularly in the heavy machinery, agricultural equipment and heavy road transport industries.
Pat’s achievements include:
- Trade qualified Caterpillar Technician
- Extensive Service and Territory management experience in the road transport repair industry
- General Manager for 12 years of New Zealand’s largest truck repair and parts network
- Extensive experience in all sectors of the Automotive Recruitment industry
Pat is committed to doing the very best job possible for his candidates and client companies. He prides himself on his friendly, approachable manner and his extensive network of industry contacts.
