Heavy Diesel Mechanic

This role is based principally in Auckland, however the nature of our operations means the successful applicant may occasionally be required to work or attend duties in other locations across New Zealand, including (but not limited to):

Auckland                       Manawatu- Whanganui           Southland               Wellington

Bay of Plenty                  Malborough                               Taranaki                 West Coast

Canterbury                     Nelson                                         Tasman

Gisborne                         Northland                                    Waikato                

Hawke's Bay                   Otago                                         

• Minimum 30 hours per week  guaranteed
• Employee may be required to work or travel across New Zealand

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 Auckland, and this is where the role is principally carried out.

Applicants must have:

• Relevant tertiary education;and/or
• 2 years of relevant experience

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Plant Operations

• Ensure safe working environment in areas of responsibility. 
• Keep plant area clean, organized & free of rubbish
• Store plant safely and systematically for easy retrieval.
• Ensure proper handling of hazardous or fragile material
• Ensure all machinery operates safely by conducting inspections & risk assessment & testing to prevent accidents.

2. Documentation

• Maintain & update all plant service and defect records and plant manuals

 
3. Incoming Plant - Sites

• Manage return of plant & equipment including inspection, testing and sign in
• Ensure all damaged plant equipment are tagged out and the correct paperwork completed to organize repairs

4. Outgoing Plant-Sites/Clients

• Inspection, testing and checking plan & equipment before sending out to sites
• Meet all work schedules and order deadlines to support sites

5.  Preventive Maintenance

• Perform routine servicing such as:  (1)  Servicing of plant and equipment (2) Replacement of worn parts (3) Inspection - to prevent equipment breakdowns and extend machine life

6.  Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose, dismantle, and fix faulty components in:  engines, hydraulic systems and electrical components
• Advise on spares requirements to avoid long lead times in the event of breakdowns
• Lock out any unsafe plant and repair / make safe for use

7.  Installation and Assembly

• Set up, align. and commission new or overhauled machinery to technical specifications.

8.  Minimizing Downtime

• Quickly resolve technical issues to: Keep construction projects moving and ensure plant is operating at full capacity

9.  Storage & Organization

• Maintain cleanliness and order in the plant area

10.  Reporting

• Provide monthly report on Plant repairs and maintenance completed.

Key Accountabilities & Behavioral Competencies

• Delivers Results -  Works quickly, accurately & consistently, including when under pressure.  Assumes personal responsibility for achieving outcomes.
• Planing & Organizing - Effectively manages own time to avoid delays and negative team impact
• Customer Focus - Displays commitment to providing a high level of client / customer service and delivery.  Actively champions the fulfillment of client/ customer needs within the organization
• Relationship Management -  Considers how actions or decisions may impact other teams or individuals and works collaboratively to accomplish goals
• Teamwork - Maintains cooperative working relationships with other.   Supports development of other, readily sharing experience and skills
• Quality & Risk Management - Improves the quality, efficiency, or effectiveness of specific and general work processes
• Health & Safety - Recognizes individual responsibility for workplace Health and Safety under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.  Models and aheres to all health and safety requirements and contribute to a positive and safety culture.
• Vision and Values - Keeps the organization's vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action.  Nails the basics to anchor the future.