Diesel Mechanic Apprentice

WM New Zealand; Howick; On-site; NZD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite training

Tools provided

Job summary

WM New Zealand in East Tamaki, Auckland, offers an outstanding apprenticeship pathway in heavy automotive engineering. You’ll begin with the NZ Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 3–4) through MITO, and progress to the NZ Certificate in EV Automotive Engineering (Level 5) as you develop.

Expect a 3–5 year journey with full tooling provided, onsite assessor support, and structured training. This hands-on role suits curious, hardworking individuals seeking a long-term career in a

Qualifications

• Hands-on and practical mindset.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical/electrical/hydraulic systems.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pace in technical courses while carrying out routine service, maintenance and repairs on WM New Zealand heavy vehicles.
• Carry out diagnostics and troubleshooting of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Complete detailed service reporting and manufacturers documentation.

Skills

Hands-on

Diagnostics

Communication skills

Education

NCEA Level 2 English and Maths

Certificate in mechanics

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Lead one of New Zealand's most complex and strategically important operational assets.

Let's take care of work that matters - people, place and purpose. From roads to recycling to reporting, everyone at WM New Zealand helps take care of our people, protect our whenua and support our communities.

We're more than waste management - we're problem solvers, innovators, and hands-on doers. Every one of us, whether behind the wheel, on the tools, or shaping strategy behind the scenes, is helping build a better Aotearoa.

Job Description

The role you'll play.

Want an exciting career within mechanics? Do you love to tinker and figure out how things work?

If you are a positive team player, great communicator, eager to learn and have a 'can do' attitude - keep reading!

We have an outstanding opportunity for a curious, self-motivated, dedicated team player with a passion and commitment to developing a long-term career at our purpose-built state of the art workshop facility, based in East Tamaki, Auckland.

This is an epic, once in a lifetime opportunity. Upon landing the role, you will be enrolled in the NZ Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 3 & 4) programme through MITO. Once you earn your certificate as a Diesel Technician, you will then be enrolled in the NZ Certificate in Electric Vehicle (EV) Automotive Engineering programme (Level 5).

Every Apprentice is different, so this could take anywhere from 3 - 5 years. Not to worry, you will be well looked after with an onsite assessor, no call-outs in the first year and have all your tools provided.

Responsibilities include

• Maintain pace in your technical courses while carrying out routine service, maintenance, and repairs on Waste Management heavy vehicles.
• Carry out diagnostics & troubleshooting of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct diagnostics of components using specialist tools and equipment.
• Complete detailed service reporting and manufacturers documentation.

Qualifications

What you'll need.

We're keen to find a curious, hard worker with high attention to detail. You'll need to be a hands-on type of person who likes working with machinery and technology.

• Full Class 1 Driver's Licence
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• At least NCEA level 2 in English and Maths.
• A certificate in mechanics or similar is desired but not essential.
• Have a "Safety First" mindset.

Additional Information

WM New Zealand is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces. You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.