Agricultural Diesel Mechanic Apprentice – Hands-On Training

Access; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern workplaces

Tools to do your best work

Collaborative team environment

Work with leading brands

Job summary

Landpower | CLAAS Harvest Centre in Dunedin is seeking an Agricultural Diesel Mechanic Apprentice to join our team. You will work with experienced technicians in the workshop and in the field while completing a structured apprenticeship program leading to qualifications.

The role requires practical agricultural knowledge, diesel servicing experience, and a willingness to learn. A full, clean Class 1 licence is essential, with opportunities to advance as you gain skills and certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in a diesel vehicle servicing and repair environment
• Willing to learn through formal training
• Full, clean Class 1 driver licence
• On‑farm machinery knowledge
• Reliable and punctual

Responsibilities

• Complete a structured apprenticeship program and achieve required qualifications
• Assemble, service and repair agricultural machinery
• Diagnose faults in mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and precision farming systems
• Record work and access technical information using online systems
• Work in workshop and field with experienced technicians
• Communicate with customers to keep machinery operating, especially in peak periods
• Follow health and safety procedures and keep a tidy work area

Skills

Practical agricultural knowledge

Diesel vehicle servicing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Willing to learn

Punctual and reliable

Good communication

Computer literacy

Online systems usage

Tools

Online systems

Job description

Landpower | CLAAS Harvest Centre in Dunedin is seeking an Agricultural Diesel Mechanic Apprentice to join our team. You will work with experienced technicians in the workshop and in the field while completing a structured apprenticeship program leading to qualifications.

The role requires practical agricultural knowledge, diesel servicing experience, and a willingness to learn. A full, clean Class 1 licence is essential, with opportunities to advance as you gain skills and certifications.