Diesel Mechanic
- Posted13 May 2026
- LocationTimaru
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Heavy Diesel Technician , Heavy Diesel Trades
- Reference1169886
Job description
Job reference - 1169886
Access 34 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job. New Zealand's leaders in motor industry recruitment since 1991.
What's on offer
The role
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join a busy, well-structured workshop supporting a diverse heavy-diesel fleet.
Working alongside the Workshop Manager and 2IC, you will carry out diagnostics, repairs, maintenance, and safety-focused workshop duties to ensure fleet reliability, productivity, and high service standards.
Key responsibilities:
Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome, as are applications from those based offshore who meet the requirements.
Click APPLY NOW to submit your CV. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion via email or phone during NZ business hours: +64 9 271 3200.
To view further vacancies, visit the job board on our website https://www.automotiveemployment.co.nz/jobs
- Varied work and excellent pay rates
- Busy, well-structured workshop with strong team support
- Safety-focused environment with clear processes and expectations
Access 34 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job. New Zealand's leaders in motor industry recruitment since 1991.
What's on offer
- Pay rates above the market average
- Stable full-time employment with varied work
- Supportive workshop leadership structure
- Opportunity to contribute to a safety-focused, high-performing workshop
- A role that values professionalism, communication, and pride in work
- Permanent full time role offering a minimum of 40 hours per week
The role
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join a busy, well-structured workshop supporting a diverse heavy-diesel fleet.
Working alongside the Workshop Manager and 2IC, you will carry out diagnostics, repairs, maintenance, and safety-focused workshop duties to ensure fleet reliability, productivity, and high service standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair heavy diesel engines, driveline, steering, braking, and electrical systems
- Conduct diagnostic testing, analyse results, and perform corrective repairs
- Complete preventative maintenance and inspection checklists on heavy vehicles and service trucks
- Maintain accurate job cards, timecards, booking information, and service records
- Support warranty processes, lease company requirements, and parts management
- Ensure safe operation of workshop equipment and compliance with all Health & Safety policies
- Promote a productive and tidy workshop environment, ensuring communication with internal teams and customers is professional and timely
- Relevant qualification as a diesel mechanic or related qualification
- Minimum 3+ years' experience as a Diesel Mechanic
- Strong diagnostic capability and experience with heavy diesel engines
- Ability to work safely, follow procedures, and meet productivity expectations
- High level of reliability, professionalism, and a positive, practical approach
- Strong organisational skills and confidence liaising with customers and internal departments
- A team player with a sense of humour, integrity, and commitment to quality workmanship
Applications from those wanting to relocate from elsewhere within NZ are welcome, as are applications from those based offshore who meet the requirements.
Click APPLY NOW to submit your CV. For more information contact the team at Automotive Employment NZ Ltd for a confidential discussion via email or phone during NZ business hours: +64 9 271 3200.
To view further vacancies, visit the job board on our website https://www.automotiveemployment.co.nz/jobs