Demand for bicycle mechanics is expected to grow. This is because of an increase in using bikes for transport, as people become more environmentally aware.

Bicycle use is more popular in summer, with a boost in bicycle sales around Christmas. This often creates a seasonal demand for extra bicycle mechanics. 

Most bicycle mechanics work in bike stores. There are also opportunities to work for other types of employers, such as:

• bicycle workshops
• bike rental companies
• bicycle wholesalers
• New Zealand Post (for maintenance of delivery bikes).

There are job opportunities for bicycle mechanics throughout New Zealand.

According to the 2006 New Zealand Census, the highest proportions of machinery mechanics and fitters (which includes bicycle mechanics) were employed in:

• Auckland (28%)
• Canterbury (14%)
• Waikato (12%).

As bicycle technology advances, bicycle mechanics need to keep up to date with new components, equipment and tools. This means that more specialist knowledge is required, especially when working on high-end products such as racing bikes.