5 Heavy Diesel Mechanic jobs in New Zealand

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues across a fleet of trucks, trailers, utes, EWPs, forklifts, and mobile cranes
• Perform engine overhauls, scheduled servicing, and general maintenance
• Conduct hydraulic hose and cylinder repairs
• Maintain records including WOFs, COFs, and service logs
• Carry out pre-transport checks to ensure vehicles are road-ready for oversize load delivery
• Assist in on-site repairs when required
• Start early and be ready to plan ahead for the day’s work

• Relevant qualifications in Diesel Mechanics or strong hands-on mechanical experience (Apprentices welcome)
• Full, clean NZ driver’s licence (Class 2+ advantageous)
• Experience with diagnostics, fault finding, and repair work
• Familiarity with lifting methods and working around swinglifts, Hiabs, and telescopic booms (advantageous)
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Commitment to health & safety practices
• A thinker, a doer, and someone who takes pride in their tools and their trade

• Competitive pay rates: $34–$42/hr depending on xperience
• Ongoing development and training for career growth
• Flexible work arrangements
• Great team culture and strong leadership
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of vehicles and specialist equipment
• Be part of a company that values quality workmanship, loyalty, and a can-do attitude

Diesel Mechanic Wanted in Auckland

Pay & Benefits:

• Min $42.00 per hour to a maximum of $50.00 per hour
• Minimum 30 hours guaranteed per week
• Full-time, permanent roles
• PPE and provided

 

Job Description:

Extrastaff, a Labour Hire Company, is hiring a full-time Diesel Mechanic. Our growing business requires an organised and trustworthy individual who prides yourself on quality workmanship. You will be motivated and result driven. 

The primary purpose of this role is to perform unsupervised, a full range of mechanical duties on a wide range of specialized vacuum and sweeping trucks to meet specified job requirements and to ensure the fleet is kept operational to meet client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain all aspects of a vehicle to relevant transport legislation and standards. This will include lubrication, greasing and oil changes, dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts
• Fabricate and design of parts as and when required
• Maintain all aspects of equipment to the suppliers' standard or better
• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance services
• Perform fault diagnostics to detect mechanical and electrical faults by using instruments that check charging and starting circuitry, batteries, ignition and ignition timing, fuel injection systems and speed control, cylinder compression, engine condition, braking efficiency, and wheel balance and alignment
• Test drive and/or operate equipment to ensure repair has been completed correctly
• Ensure all hand tools and equipment are safe to use and stored correctly and in a clean condition
• Complete all records and paperwork accurately
• Demonstrate a responsible attitude in relation to time keeping, work organization and quality control.
• Maintain in good condition, any of the Company's equipment under the control of your work environment
• Available to attend out of hours break downs
• Look after Company equipment and assets to protect from damage and theft
• Committed to understanding stakeholder needs and exceeding expectations
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Maintain workstation and office to appropriate standards
• Schedule and facilitate policy and procedure reviews
• Support and adhere to Company's Safety policies and procedures

Skills and experience required:

 

• A minimum of 2 year's work experience in diesel mechanic or relevant occupation. Alternatively a level 4 or higher qualification in mechanical engineering or automotive engineering
• Preferred experience in specialized vacuum and sweeping trucks, including electrical skills with auto shutdown systems
• A strong background in mechanics with practical hands on experience
• Knowledge of comprehensive safety management systems including Hard Analysis
• Site Safe & First aid certificate preferred
• Full, Clean and current drivers license (Class 1)
• Class 2 - 4 Driver's license preferred

 

How to Apply:

If you are looking for a new challenge with an opportunity for a dynamic working environment and the possibility of travel, please click APPLY, attach your resume and brief covering letter outlining your experience.

 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

This role is crucial to keeping our business moving, and is responsible for:
 Supporting the maintenance manager to achieve the accountabilities and KPI’s.
Completing jobs as assigned, including preventative maintenance of fixed plant and
equipment.
nsuring all vehicles are serviced as per the manufacturer's recommendations.
eeping the workshop clean, tidy, and organised at all times, ensuring that all tools and equipment used for maintenance and repairs are put away at the end of the job.
eing proactive and looking for ways to improve the workshop.
biding by all Health and Safety Policies and procedures.
eporting all accidents, incidents, near misses, and hazards immediately.
ctively leading and monitoring Health and Safety Policy initiatives to improve Health and Safety policies within the workplace.
arrying out any additional duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required tommeet the demands of efficient company functioning.

Our client has ongoing training and development opportunities, and staff enjoy free fruit and vegetables.

You will be expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday as normal hours of work, and you may also be required to perform on Saturday as well. Please note this is a permanent full-time role and the hourly pay rate would be $35.00-$40.00 based on experience and ability, as well as addition qualifications.

The job will require the candidate to maintain, test and repair diesel motors and other heavy vehicles such as trucks, buses.

·    Inspects heavy vehicles to identify mechanical issues and determine the necessary repairs .

              ·    Uses computerized diagnostic tools to identify problems with diesel engines and              mechanical parts of heavy motor vehicles.

·    Repairs or replaces faulty parts and components of motor vehicles.

·    Performs routine maintenance tasks on motor vehicles, such as oil changes and filter replacements.

·    Inspects and road tests motor vehicles to ensure they are roadworthy.

·    Maintains, tests and repairs diesel engines and the mechanical parts of heavy motor vehicles such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes.

·    Maintain detailed records of all work completed and parts used.

·    Liaise with customers to provide updates and recommendations on vehicle condition and required repairs.

·    Ensure all work is carried out to the highest safety and quality standards.

The right candidates must have

·    Either have at least two years of relevant experience or NZQCF Level 4 qualification .

·    Good communication and professional skills.

·    Punctual, honest, reliable and hardworking.

·    Keen to work well within a team setting.

·    Great attention to details.

·    Strong desire to learn new technology.

Note: We take the health and safety of our team members very seriously. The candidates must pass pre-employment medical and drug tests, and have strictly no convictions.

If you are a proactive person, and a great team player, please send your CV to:  

Applications close on 12 September, 2025.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.