Diesel Mechanic

Taranaki
Temporary
Full-time

1 day ago

Established in 1980, this family-owned business began servicing the civil construction and engineering needs of large-scale projects in the oil and gas sector. Since then, they've grown into a trusted name across New Zealand, delivering complex infrastructure projects from the Far North to the West Coast.With a strong, experienced workforce and a focus on quality workmanship, they complete a wide range of civil projects for central government, local councils, and private developers.About the Role:You'll be responsible for servicing and maintaining a variety of trucks, earthmoving gear, and heavy machinery essential to large-scale civil projects. You won't be stuck in a workshop all day either - at times, you'll head out in a fully equipped fleet service truck to support crews on site when breakdowns or mechanical issues arise.What You'll Be Doing:

Servicing and repairing diesel trucks and heavy civil construction machinery
Carrying out diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and mechanical inspections
Responding to urgent repair needs on-site using a fleet service truck
Working closely with project teams to keep gear running smoothly
Maintaining a strong focus on safety and efficient turnaround

What You'll Need:

Trade qualification in diesel mechanics or heavy automotive
Proven experience with trucks, earthmoving equipment, or similar machinery
Strong diagnostics and troubleshooting ability
Capability to work both independently and as part of a tight-knit team
Full driver's licence (Class 2 or higher an advantage)

What's On Offer:

A stable, full-time role with a long-established and respected business
Excellent company culture backed by decades of industry experience
Variety in your day-to-day work - both workshop and field-based
Competitive hourly rate

If you're a practical problem-solver who takes pride in keeping machinery running at its best, and you're keen to work for a company with a strong reputation and team spirit - apply now.

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