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Heavy Diesel Mechanic
- Salary$38- $42 per hour
- LocationOtago
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Trades/ Engineering
- Reference314738
Heavy Disel Mechanic
Are you a trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or experienced Mechanic looking for your next opportunity? We’re looking for skilled mechanics to join a busy maintenance operation supporting heavy equipment used across the logging and contracting sector. If you enjoy fault finding, preventative maintenance and keeping hard-working machinery performing at its best, this could be the opportunity for you.
Location: Central Dunedin, Dunedin – may also suit candidates open to opportunities around Balclutha
Start date: By arrangement – reasonably soon
Pay rate: $38–$42 per hour + weekly pay
The Role
You’ll be involved in servicing, maintaining and repairing a diverse range of heavy diesel equipment. This is a hands-on, workshop-based opportunity with a varied workload, where strong mechanical and diagnostic skills will be valued.
Key Responsibilities:
To be successful, you’ll have:
Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.
Are you a trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or experienced Mechanic looking for your next opportunity? We’re looking for skilled mechanics to join a busy maintenance operation supporting heavy equipment used across the logging and contracting sector. If you enjoy fault finding, preventative maintenance and keeping hard-working machinery performing at its best, this could be the opportunity for you.
Location: Central Dunedin, Dunedin – may also suit candidates open to opportunities around Balclutha
Start date: By arrangement – reasonably soon
Pay rate: $38–$42 per hour + weekly pay
The Role
You’ll be involved in servicing, maintaining and repairing a diverse range of heavy diesel equipment. This is a hands-on, workshop-based opportunity with a varied workload, where strong mechanical and diagnostic skills will be valued.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance on heavy diesel equipment
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
- Complete workshop repairs and breakdown maintenance as required
- Conduct inspections and identify maintenance requirements
- Maintain accurate service records and job documentation
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Work collaboratively with the wider maintenance and operations teams
To be successful, you’ll have:
- Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic or equivalent industry experience
- Proven experience maintaining and repairing heavy diesel equipment
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- A commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Self-motivation and strong time management skills
- Competitive pay of $38–$42 per hour, paid weekly
- Long-term opportunity with the potential for ongoing work
- Diverse fleet and varied workload
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals
- Stable, workshop-based work with a respected employer
Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.