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Sime DarbyPosted 1 month ago

Diesel Technician

On-siteWhangarei, Northland, New Zealand

Full TimeEnterprise

Job Summary

Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on commercial trucks using cutting-edge diagnostic tools while conducting routine maintenance, service, and inspections. Collaborate with experienced peers, mentor apprentices, and participate in ongoing brand-based training and development. Report to the Service Foreman in Whangarei, with options for full-time Monday to Friday hours or a 4 on 4 off roster including on-call callouts. Background checks for references, medical, drug, qualifications, and right to work are required.

Required Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with commercial trucks
  • Experience with service, repair AND diagnostics
  • A strong commitment to safety and a proactive mindset
  • Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on
  • Ideally, a Class 5 license (we can help you get it!)
  • NZQA Level 4 in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment
  • COF B certification ideal but not essential
  • Reliability and willingness to commit to the team
  • Must be able to go onto the on-call roster which includes callouts as needed
  • Must be available for fulltime Monday to Friday 7:30am – 5:00pm, or a 4 on 4 off roster of 7:30am – 7:30pm, with rostered on-call duties
  • Must pass background checks including reference, medical, drug, qualifications and right to work checks

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with UD Trucks
  • A passion for our brands
  • Experience mentoring apprentices
  • Interest in in house training towards leadership
  • NZQA Level 4 in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment
  • COF B certification

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