Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Oamaru, Full Time, Automotive
Please Quote Reference Number 19212
  • Work on a wide variety of trucks, trailers & heavy machinery
  • Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience
  • Join a supportive, close-knit team at North Otago Truck Repairs

    • Are you an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic looking for a varied, hands-on role with a great local team?

    North Otago Truck Repairs is a well-established heavy vehicle repair business based in Oamaru. With strong customer demand for repairs, servicing and breakdown assistance, we're looking for another skilled Mechanic to join our team.

    This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to work across a wide range of vehicles and equipment.

    About the Role

    Working from our Oamaru workshop, you'll be part of a small, supportive team carrying out repairs, servicing and maintenance on heavy trucks, trailers, earthmoving machinery and agricultural equipment.

    We also provide roadside breakdown assistance and mobile hydraulic hose repairs, with training available to help you develop your skills in these areas.

    What We're Looking For

    Ideally, you'll bring:
    • A trade qualification in Heavy Diesel Mechanics, although we'll also consider someone looking to complete their qualification
    • Experience working on heavy vehicles, preferably within the road transport industry
    • Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
    • Confidence using modern diagnostic scan tools
    • Good knowledge of COF requirements
    • Excellent attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
    • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Good communication, time management and problem-solving skills
    A Class 2, 4 or 5 driver's licence would be an advantage but isn't essential, as we can support you in obtaining these.

    Why Join North Otago Truck Repairs?

    As a small business, we genuinely value our employees and the contribution they make. You'll enjoy a friendly, down-to-earth working environment where your skills are appreciated and no two days are quite the same.

    We offer:
    • Permanent, full-time employment with consistent weekday hours
    • Competitive pay based on your ability and experience
    • A varied workload across trucks, trailers and heavy machinery
    • Opportunities to develop new skills and gain additional licences
    • A supportive team environment where you're more than just a number
    If you're a practical, reliable Mechanic who enjoys getting stuck in and takes pride in doing a job well, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply now and become part of the team at North Otago Truck Repairs!

    All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.


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