Diesel Mechanic

• Minimum 30 hours per week guaranteed
• Monday to Friday, 7AM - 5PM
• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience or a Level 4 qualification
• Must have a drivers licence
• Must be physically fit.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must provide a CV
• Employee may be required to work on-call.
• The employee may work at multiple locations including WAIKATO and TARANAKI

Work in another locations:

• The employee will be given reasonable notice when required to work in another location.
• All work‑related travel costs, including transport and accommodation (where applicable), will be covered by the employer.
• Travel or temporary work in another location will not disadvantage the employee in any way.
• If the employee is unable to travel due to reasonable circumstances, the employer will discuss alternative arrangements.
• The primary base of employment remains in Waikato/Hamilton City, and this is where the role is principally carried out.

PURPOSE:

The Diesel Mechanic is responsible for:  

• Inspection, maintenance and repairs on trucks, trailers, forklifts, utes, and other heavy-duty vehicles.
• Keeping track of important system components such as diesel engines, transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, cooling systems, and steering systems.
• Ensuring that their work is compliant with established safety and operating procedures. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Strong Work Ethic: setting & achieving goals, professional, reliable, responsible and effective time management. 
• People Management: self-aware of own strengths to optimise productivity in the workplace and promote both personal and professional growth.  
• Dependable: consistent follow through on all tasks, directives and initiatives. 
• Diagnosis: Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems.
• Positive Attitude: promoting an organisational culture which encourages and stimulates employee engagement and performance.
• Self-Motivated: able to work effectively alone or with little direction.
• Team Orientated: recognising and actively promoting collaboration and cooperation within the team environment.
• Effective Communicator: Understand the benefits and importance of clarity, listening and understanding, respectfulness, observance, and non-verbal communication.