6 Truck Maintenance jobs in New Zealand

Purpose of the Role:

To ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of
Henderson Demolition’s fleet and equipment through
effective preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.  

This includes light vehicles, heavy trucks, excavators, and mobile plant, supporting operational readiness, legal compliance, and the wellbeing of the workforce

• Minimum 3 years' work experience servicing heavy vehicles, mobile plant, and equipement OR Trade qualification in Automotive or Diesel Mechanics (or equivalent).
• Must have a drivers licence.
• Must be physically fit.
• Must meet pre-employment and ongoing compliance requirements, including
  police vetting and drug & alcohol testing.
• The employee may work at multiple locations & involve regular travel to various sites in Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Northland and Waikato, as determined

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities across mechanical, hydraulic, and
  electrical systems.
• Proven ability to work independently and safely in high-risk environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001 management system requirements
  and documentation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Servicing & Repair

• Carry out scheduled servicing, diagnostics, and repairs across all fleet assets.
• Maintain accurate service records, fault logs, and compliance documentation.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical faults.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and urgent repairs on-site or in the field.
• Ensure all work meets manufacturer specifications, safety standards, and legislative requirements.

Workshop Operations

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Ensure tools and equipment are correctly maintained and calibrated.
• Manage and store parts, consumables, and chemicals safely and efficiently
• Monitor stock levels and advise the Fleet Manager of procurement needs.
• Assist with fleet inspections, compliance checks, and internal
  audits.

Field Support

• Provide mobile mechanical support on demolition and project sites.
• Liaise with site supervisors to coordinate safe access,
  equipment downtime, and task scheduling.
• Complete all field repair documentation and communicate
  updates to the Fleet Manager and relevant teams

Health, Safety & IMS  Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including correct PPE use, lockout/tagout protocols, and emergency response plans
• Conduct and record pre-start checks, servicing logs, and fault reports in line with ISO and legal requirements.
• Promptly identify and report hazards, incidents, near misses, and wellbeing concerns
• Support environmental management, including spill
  containment, waste segregation, and chemical handling.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, documentation, and housekeeping
• Treat all colleagues respectfully and contribute to a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Support psychosocial wellbeing through responsible fatigue management and respectful communication
• Comply with all Henderson Demolition Code of Conduct and IMS policies

Purpose of the Role:

To ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of
Henderson Demolition’s fleet and equipment through
effective preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.  

This includes light vehicles, heavy trucks, excavators, and mobile plant, supporting operational readiness, legal compliance, and the wellbeing of the workforce

• Minimum 3 years' work experience servicing heavy vehicles, mobile plant, and equipement OR Trade qualification in Automotive or Diesel Mechanics (or equivalent).
• Must have a drivers licence.
• Must be physically fit.
• Must meet pre-employment and ongoing compliance requirements, including
  police vetting and drug & alcohol testing.
• The employee may work at multiple locations & involve regular travel to various sites in Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Northland and Waikato, as determined

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities across mechanical, hydraulic, and
  electrical systems.
• Proven ability to work independently and safely in high-risk environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001 management system requirements
  and documentation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Servicing & Repair

• Carry out scheduled servicing, diagnostics, and repairs across all fleet assets.
• Maintain accurate service records, fault logs, and compliance documentation.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical faults.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and urgent repairs on-site or in the field.
• Ensure all work meets manufacturer specifications, safety standards, and legislative requirements.

Workshop Operations

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Ensure tools and equipment are correctly maintained and calibrated.
• Manage and store parts, consumables, and chemicals safely and efficiently
• Monitor stock levels and advise the Fleet Manager of procurement needs.
• Assist with fleet inspections, compliance checks, and internal
  audits.

Field Support

• Provide mobile mechanical support on demolition and project sites.
• Liaise with site supervisors to coordinate safe access,
  equipment downtime, and task scheduling.
• Complete all field repair documentation and communicate
  updates to the Fleet Manager and relevant teams

Health, Safety & IMS  Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including correct PPE use, lockout/tagout protocols, and emergency response plans
• Conduct and record pre-start checks, servicing logs, and fault reports in line with ISO and legal requirements.
• Promptly identify and report hazards, incidents, near misses, and wellbeing concerns
• Support environmental management, including spill
  containment, waste segregation, and chemical handling.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, documentation, and housekeeping
• Treat all colleagues respectfully and contribute to a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Support psychosocial wellbeing through responsible fatigue management and respectful communication
• Comply with all Henderson Demolition Code of Conduct and IMS policies

Purpose of the Role:

To ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of
Henderson Demolition’s fleet and equipment through
effective preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.  

This includes light vehicles, heavy trucks, excavators, and mobile plant, supporting operational readiness, legal compliance, and the wellbeing of the workforce

• Minimum 3 years' work experience servicing heavy vehicles, mobile plant, and equipement OR Trade qualification in Automotive or Diesel Mechanics (or equivalent).
• Must have a drivers licence.
• Must be physically fit.
• Must meet pre-employment and ongoing compliance requirements, including
  police vetting and drug & alcohol testing.
• The employee may work at multiple locations & involve regular travel to various sites in Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Northland and Waikato, as determined

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities across mechanical, hydraulic, and
  electrical systems.
• Proven ability to work independently and safely in high-risk environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001 management system requirements
  and documentation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Servicing & Repair

• Carry out scheduled servicing, diagnostics, and repairs across all fleet assets.
• Maintain accurate service records, fault logs, and compliance documentation.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical faults.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and urgent repairs on-site or in the field.
• Ensure all work meets manufacturer specifications, safety standards, and legislative requirements.

Workshop Operations

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Ensure tools and equipment are correctly maintained and calibrated.
• Manage and store parts, consumables, and chemicals safely and efficiently
• Monitor stock levels and advise the Fleet Manager of procurement needs.
• Assist with fleet inspections, compliance checks, and internal
  audits.

Field Support

• Provide mobile mechanical support on demolition and project sites.
• Liaise with site supervisors to coordinate safe access,
  equipment downtime, and task scheduling.
• Complete all field repair documentation and communicate
  updates to the Fleet Manager and relevant teams

Health, Safety & IMS  Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including correct PPE use, lockout/tagout protocols, and emergency response plans
• Conduct and record pre-start checks, servicing logs, and fault reports in line with ISO and legal requirements.
• Promptly identify and report hazards, incidents, near misses, and wellbeing concerns
• Support environmental management, including spill
  containment, waste segregation, and chemical handling.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, documentation, and housekeeping
• Treat all colleagues respectfully and contribute to a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Support psychosocial wellbeing through responsible fatigue management and respectful communication
• Comply with all Henderson Demolition Code of Conduct and IMS policies

We are looking for a Diesel Mechanic for our client, you will be required to work in the Bay of Plenty area, with weekly guaranteed hours of at least 40 and a gross hourly rate between $36 and $40 per hour.
In this role you will be part of a successful team, work with the latest automotive equipment in both field service and workshop roles. Each job different from the last asyou will be working on a variety of machinery, this role will keep you on your toes.

You will be required to undertake the following job duties:

• Fault finding, repairs and scheduled services and maintenance of diesel motors, heavymachinery and other heavy vehicles
• Repairing and replacing parts and assembling components based on service manuals.
• Providing scheduled maintenance services for diesel equipment.
• Inspection of vehicles following a thorough inspection checklist.
• Maintenance, service and repairs of engine, transmission and hydraulic systems.
• Testing and visual examinations to detect maintenance need or to diagnose anymalfunctions.
• Ensure vehicles are running smoothly and that all parts and systems are clean, up tosafety standards and fully operational.

Experience requirements:

• 3 years’ experience or more experiences of servicing Heavy trucks and Heavyequipment is preferred.
• Experience with Heavy Earthmoving / Agricultural / Plant / Construction equipment.
• Experience servicing and repairing Trucks.
• Have experience in either a workshop or as a Field Service Technician.
• High level of initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Must be hard working and motivated.
• Must be willing to submit to a drug test and pass.
• Self-motivated and a pro-active attitude.

If you are looking for a rare opportunity, don’t delay, apply today.

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.