Service Technician

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

OT & on-call allowance

Career progression

Ongoing training

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ is seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic for a combined field and workshop role servicing forklifts and materials handling equipment. Location: Invercargill, NZ.

You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance, and build solid customer relationships while delivering high-quality service. The role includes a fully equipped company vehicle, overtime and on-call allowances, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or similar trade background.
• Experienced in diagnostics, fault-finding, and equipment repairs.
• Strong communication skills and customer service mindset.
• Committed to safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and manage field/workshop tasks.

Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, and repair forklifts and materials handling equipment in the field and workshop.
• Carry out maintenance, inspections, fault-finding, and breakdown repairs.
• Build strong customer relationships and provide equipment advice.
• Complete service reports, job cards, and tablet-based documentation.
• Follow health & safety procedures while identifying additional service opportunities for customers.

Skills

Diagnostics

Fault-finding

Equipment repairs

Communication skills

Safety conscious

Customer service

NZ Driver License

Education

Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Job description

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ – Northland Shopping Centre VIC

Full time

1d ago , from Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ

• Service, diagnose, and repair forklifts and materials handling equipment in the field and workshop


• Carry out maintenance, inspections, fault-finding, and breakdown repairs


• Build strong customer relationships and provide equipment advice


• Complete service reports, job cards, and tablet-based documentation


• Follow health & safety procedures while identifying additional service opportunities for customers

• $43-$45 P/H


• Invercargill Location


• Well Known Brand

Key Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, and repair forklifts and materials handling equipment in the field and workshop


• Carry out maintenance, inspections, fault-finding, and breakdown repairs


• Build strong customer relationships and provide equipment advice


• Complete service reports, job cards, and tablet-based documentation


• Follow health & safety procedures while identifying additional service opportunities for customers

About you

• Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or similar trade background


• Experienced in diagnostics, fault-finding, and equipment repairs


• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently


• Committed to safety, quality workmanship, and customer service


• Strong communication skills and confidence using technology


• Full NZ driver License

Benefits

• $43-$45 P/H + Overtime & on-call allowance (approx. every 6-7 weeks)


• Fully equipped company vehicle & tech provided


• Supportive team, job security & career progression


• Work on premium equipment with plenty of variety


• Autonomous field role backed by a strong workshop team


• Ongoing manufacturer training & development

About the opportunity

Join a well-established and growing materials handling business that combines the stability of a larger organisation with the culture of a close-knit team. With a strong reputation for customer service, technical expertise, and safety, you'll be joining a supportive team that takes pride in delivering high-quality solutions across a wide range of industries.

This role combines field service and workshop work, supporting a range of premium forklifts and materials handling equipment. You'll be responsible for servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, breakdowns, and repairs while managing your own schedule and building strong customer relationships. With plenty of variety, autonomy, and technical challenge, this is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working independently, and taking pride in delivering high-quality service.

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