Diesel Mechanic

Tranzit Group

Rangiora

On-site

NZD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance
40 hours/week
MITO training recognition
Discounts with Tranzit Group companies

Job summary

Tranzit Group in Rangiora, NZ is seeking a qualified Diesel Mechanic with 5+ years’ experience to join our Southern workshop team in Rangiora or Darfield.

This full-time role offers 40 hours a week, an on-call roster, competitive pay reflective of experience, a fortnightly tool allowance, and strong commitment to training within a nationwide workshop network.

Applicants must pass pre-employment checks and have NZ citizenship or resident status.

Qualifications

  • Qualified diesel mechanic with 5+ years’ experience, preferably in road transport.
  • Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair abilities.
  • Reliable team player with good communication.
  • Full NZ driver’s licence (Class 2 or higher preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Carry out routine servicing and minor repairs to keep our fleet road ready.
  • Prepare vehicles for COF inspections.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults.
  • Ensure all work meets high safety and quality standards.

Skills

Diesel mechanic
Diagnostic skills
Team player
Communication skills

Job description

Rangiora, New Zealand
Reference: 6942797

Tranzit has recently celebrated 100 years in the industry, and our journey keeps getting better! As NZ leaders in transport industry, our nationwide network of workshops plays a vital role in keeping our fleet moving safely and efficiently.

We are looking for a qualified Diesel Mechanic to join our Southern workshop team based in Rangiora or Darfield. If you take pride in your trade and enjoy problem-solving—we'd love to hear from you!

What will your day look like?
  • Carrying out routine servicing and minor repairs to keep our fleet road ready.
  • Preparing vehicles for COF inspections.
  • Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults.
  • Ensuring all work meets high safety and quality standards.
We Are Looking For
  • A Qualified Diesel Mechanic with proven experience (5 years +), preferably within the road transport industry.
  • Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair skills.
  • A reliable team player with great communication.
  • Full NZ driver's licence (Class 2 or higher preferred).
What can we offer?
  • Competitive rates - we will pay for experience and skillset, plus a fortnightly tool allowance.
  • Full Time Permanent role guaranteed 40 hours per week and on-call roster.
  • Be part of a supportive, experienced team within a nationwide workshop network that genuinely invests in its people. Our commitment to training and development was recently recognised when we won the inaugural MITO Summit Training Business of the Year Award!
  • Work perks, including discounts with our Tranzit Group of companies & industry partners.

Applications close on 25 November 2026. We'll be reviewing applications as they come in.

Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test and be a NZ Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have legal entitlement to work in New Zealand to apply.

Applications Close: 25 Nov 2026

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