Palmerston North | Put Your Skills to Work and Your Career in Gear!
Are you a hands-on Heavy Diesel Mechanic who loves a good mechanical challenge? Ready to work with heavy-duty vehicles, sharpen your technical skills, and be rewarded for what you bring to the team?
Employme Solutions is on the hunt for a motivated Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join a well-established national business specialising in heavy vehicle parts, servicing, and repairs
This is more than just another workshop job, it's an opportunity to join an experienced team that invests in its people, recognises your skills, and gives you the tools and training to keep progressing in your career
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Branch Manager and supported by the Workshop Foreman, you'll play a key role in keeping heavy-duty vehicles safe, reliable, and performing at their best
From tracking down tricky faults to carrying out essential maintenance, you'll enjoy a varied hands-on role where your expertise makes a real difference
Your day-to-day will include:
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults on heavy-duty trucks
- Carrying out routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections
- Using modern diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot issues and get vehicles back on the road
- Completing repairs efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship
- Working alongside experienced technicians and sharing your knowledge with apprentices
- Taking advantage of training opportunities to build your technical expertise and expand your capabilities
Flexibility to travel for work and training when needed is also important
What's in It for You? Your skills deserve to be recognised, rewarded, and developed
Join a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities to build a long-term career in the heavy vehicle industry
- Pay that grows with you: A competitive, skills-based pay scale that rewards your learning and progression
- Recognition that counts: Annual remuneration reviews and quarterly check-ins to recognise your achievements and discuss your development
- Rewards for your efforts: Opportunities to be recognised for your performance and contribution
- Invest in yourself: Access to technical training, professional development courses, and opportunities to upskill
- Perks beyond the payslip: Enjoy discounts across more than 100 retailers, in-house purchasing options, and additional staff benefits
- A team that has your back: Work alongside experienced professionals who share knowledge, lend a hand, and celebrate team success
- Room to grow: Explore career progression opportunities within the business and its wider automotive group
We're keen to hear from someone who enjoys getting stuck in, takes pride in quality workmanship, and knows the importance of keeping heavy vehicles operating safely and efficiently
Ideally, you'll bring:
- Experience working on heavy-duty trucks or similar heavy equipment
- An NZQA qualification in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant and Equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- A practical, solutions-focused mindset and a commitment to workplace safety
- Reliability, initiative, and a positive team attitude
- A Class 5 heavy vehicle licence, or a willingness to work towards obtaining one with support
Ready to Shift Your Career Up a Gear?
If you're looking for a role where you can put your skills to the test, work with a great team, and build a future with plenty of potential, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for!
Apply now through Employme Solutions for this Heavy Diesel Mechanic opportunity in Palmerston North.
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