Wade Group Ltd

02/09/2026

A new generation of New Zealand Police cars are here. 🚓

Since 2015, Wade Group has fitted out more than 5,500 Police vehicles, including over 2,000 Škoda models.

Two years in the making with Škoda and NZ Police, the first of the new fleet is ready.

Frontline officer needs drove every decision on this build, shaped by Wade Group, Škoda and NZ Police together.

28/08/2026

Missed it? Our Managing Director, Alyssa Wade, was featured on the Innovation and Export podcast, sharing the Wade Group story from horse floats to 5,500 police vehicles and counting, plus what's next as we grow into Australia.

Succession. Manufacturing. Knowing which problems are worth solving.

🎧 Full episode below.

NZ Innovation & Export Podcast · Episode

26/08/2026

We're seeking an experienced Design Engineer with fire appliance expertise. 🚒

You'll work on specialty vehicle solutions from concept through to production, using CAD (SolidWorks) and FEA with genuine scope to become our go-to specialist in the space.

If you've got design engineering experience in automotive, specialty vehicles, heavy vehicles, or emergency response, hands-on knowledge of mobile pumping systems, tank engineering, or fluid-handling systems, and a tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, we'd love to talk.

A competitive package, onsite gym, and complimentary breakfasts come with the role. Contact [email protected] or apply via our website.

26/08/2026

We're looking for an experienced Coachbuilder/Engineer to join our Hamilton-based Build team, building specialty vehicles to exacting standards. 🔧

Step into a workshop where craftsmanship comes first, working from technical drawings, installing complex systems, and troubleshooting each build to a premium finish.

If you've got a trade qualification or equivalent experience in coachbuilding, heavy vehicles, fabrication, or specialist transport equipment, can read technical drawings, and take pride in your work, we'd love to talk.

Competitive pay, an onsite gym, free breakfast, and real room to grow come with the role. Contact [email protected] or apply via our website.

24/08/2026

Six weeks since we broke ground on our Lochiel Road site project, and we're tracking nicely!

Our goal is to move all the work from our Te Rapa site here, which means adding over 1,500 square metres of workshop space on top of our existing 3,300.

We're on track to start building our first Horse Trucks from the new building in the New Year.

Thanks again to the wonderful team at Foster Group Limited for helping make it happen.

20/08/2026

A big welcome to the newest member of the Wade family, Maeve. 🖤

Morgan has been part of our team for almost seven years, and it's been a pleasure to see her journey evolve. She first joined us as a Light Programmer for EVD before moving into a Reception role. After exploring a new opportunity for a couple of years, we were delighted to welcome her back as our Key Accounts Coordinator.

When Morgan returns from maternity leave, she'll be stepping into the role of Service Coordinator, and we're looking forward to welcoming her back once again.

Congratulations to Morgan and the whole whānau on this special new chapter. Wishing you all the very best!

17/08/2026

Having our vehicles described as an embodiment of excellence was a proud moment at the opening of our Wade Service Centre on the Gold Coast.

Excellence and passion are at the heart of everything we do, and it's incredibly rewarding to see those values reflected not only in the vehicles we represent, but in the experience we create for every customer. 🖤

11/08/2026

We recently had the privilege of hosting the New Zealand Police team for a few days. 🚔

It's always a pleasure to connect over lunch, spend time with the team, and strengthen a valued partnership.

A highlight of the week was the unveiling of the new Police Superb Wagon at EROAD Fleet Day on Wednesday. We're always proud to play a part in delivering these purpose-built vehicles and supporting New Zealand Police with fleet solutions designed to meet the demands of frontline policing.

Thank you to everyone involved! It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the collaboration behind projects like this and catch up with industry partners.

10/08/2026

Every Wade vehicle starts as an idea and ends as a compliant, road-ready reality.

Design Manager Doug, breaks down the process: collaborative sketching and 3D modelling, a locked-in design brief, then detailed engineering and compliance work before manufacturing begins.

Keeping design in-house gives our team the ability to communicate faster, solve problems as they come up, and adapt without relying on external resources.

Excellence Comes Standard.

05/08/2026

What a way to kick off EROAD Fleet Days! 🚔

We’ve brought a whole lineup of vehicles to showcase, including the brand-new Frontline Police Vehicle that was just unveiled.

Events like this are always such a valuable opportunity to connect with customers, answer questions, gain fresh insights, and chat about where the industry is heading.

We’ll be on-site for day two talking all things commercial, response, and electronics, so drop by and say hello!