Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Technician (Trucks & Trailers)

We’re looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Technician to join a busy South Auckland team.
This hands-on role involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing diesel trucks and trailers, ensuring they meet safety and compliance standards.
If you have strong experience with heavy vehicles, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in high-quality work, this is a great opportunity.

Location: South Auckland
Start date: Immediate
Pay rate: $32–$35 per hour (weekly pay, depending on experience)

What’s on offer:

• Ongoing work with a busy heavy vehicle workshop
• Hands-on experience across trucks and trailers, engines, brakes, and hydraulics
• Competitive $32–$35/hr weekly pay
• Join a supportive, professional team

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults in diesel trucks and trailers
• Perform servicing, maintenance, and repairs on heavy vehicles
• Work on engines, transmissions, braking systems, suspension, and steering components
• Inspect and repair trailer systems (air brakes, axles, lighting)
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify issues
• Carry out preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns
• Ensure vehicles meet safety and compliance standards
• Complete job cards, reports, and maintenance records
• Respond to breakdowns (workshop or roadside, depending on assignment)

Qualifications & Certifications:

• Trade qualification in Heavy Automotive Engineering / Diesel Mechanics (NZ Certificate or equivalent)
• Warrant of Fitness (WoF) / Certificate of Fitness (CoF) certification preferred or required
• Valid driver’s licence (Class 2–5 advantageous)
• Optional but valued: hydraulic systems, air brake certification, electrical diagnostics training

Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and heavy vehicle systems
• Experience with trucks (European, Japanese, or American brands) and trailers
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics
• Competence with diagnostic software and tools
• Problem-solving and fault-finding skills
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift heavy components
• Comfortable working in workshop and outdoor environments
• Capable of standing, bending, and working in confined spaces

Why work with Tradestaff?
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience matching skilled tradies with great opportunities.
We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, committed to high standards and ethical practices.

Apply online today or call the team on 09 276 5094 to find out more!