Warkworth Towing and Salvage 2024 Limited is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join our team in the Auckland region. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic towing and salvage operation, maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles and diesel-powered equipment to keep our fleet running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical and electrical faults in diesel engines, heavy vehicles, and towing equipment.
• Performing routine servicing, maintenance, and safety checks to ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and compliant.
• Dismantling and reassembling engines and components, replacing or repairing parts as required.
• Testing and adjusting mechanical systems after repairs to confirm proper operation.
• Using diagnostic tools and equipment to identify faults and carry out necessary adjustments.
• Conducting emergency roadside repairs and providing mechanical support for breakdown recovery operations.
• Maintaining service records, repair logs, and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Advising management on vehicle condition, repair priorities, and replacement needs.
• Ensuring workshop and tools are kept in safe, clean, and serviceable condition.

The candidate will be required to work at least 30 hours per week and will be paid between $35 and $45 per hour, subject to skills and requirements.

Other important requirements

• 2 years of relevant work experience or a Relevant Level 4 trade certificate
• Must be available to work on call and weekends
• Physically fit to perform the required tasks and duties
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Reliable, proactive, and hardworking
• Strong leadership and communication skills