Diesel Mechanic - Forklifts / EWP

Automotive Employment NZ Ltd.; Hamilton; Vor Ort; NZD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company vehicle

Medical insurance after 3 months

Training opportunities

Accredited employer

Zusammenfassung

Automotive Employment NZ Ltd. is seeking a skilled technician in Hamilton to service, repair, and maintain a wide range of materials handling equipment, both in the workshop and in the field. The role offers a company vehicle for field service and strong earning potential within a nationally represented organisation.

You will perform diagnostics, attend breakdowns efficiently, and liaise with clients to uphold high service standards while enjoying ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Trade qualification as a mechanic with post-apprenticeship experience on access equipment or forklifts.
• Experience with EWPs, LPG forklifts or materials handling equipment.
• Strong diagnostic capability.
• Ability to complete major repairs.
• Working largely unsupervised on a range of equipment.

Aufgaben

• Service, maintain, and repair EWPs and forklifts in workshop and field.
• Diagnostics using the latest equipment.
• Field service repairs and call-outs.
• Preventative maintenance.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Liaise with clients to ensure high service standards.

Kenntnisse

Trade qualification

Diagnostic capability

Customer service focus

Communication skills

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

Mechanic apprenticeship

Tools

EWPs diagnostic tools

Jobbeschreibung

Job reference - 1468992

• Top rates, benefits, and training provided
• Prior experience on forklifts or material handling equipment (electric, diesel, or LPG)
• Join a nationally represented, accredited employer

Access 34 years of our client relationships and connections and secure your next career move. New Zealand's leaders in motor industry recruitment since 1991.

An excellent opportunity is now available to join a first-class workshop in Hamilton, part of a nationally represented market leader in the materials handling sector.

This role suits a technician with access equipment and/or forklift experience who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working with modern equipment.

There are similar opportunities in other locations in NZ including Auckland, Canterbury, and the Bay of Plenty. Please enquire if you are interested in other locations and have the required skills and experience.

What's on offer

This role provides long-term stability, strong earning potential, and excellent working conditions within a supportive team environment.

You’ll benefit from:

• Highly attractive salary package
• Company vehicle provided for field service work
• Employment with a nationally represented organisation
• Friendly, productive team culture with excellent working conditions
• Medical and health insurance after 3 months of service
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

The role

You’ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of materials handling equipment, both in the workshop and out in the field.

Your duties will include:

• General servicing and maintenance of EWPs and forklifts
• Diagnostic work using the latest equipment
• Field service repairs and call-outs
• Preventative maintenance
• Minor and major repairs
• Attending breakdowns efficiently and professionally
• Completing paperwork accurately and on time
• Liaising directly with clients to ensure high service standards

Skills and experience we're looking for

• Trade qualification as a mechanic
• Proven post-apprenticeship experience on access equipment/EWPs and/or LPG forklifts or materials handling equipment
• Strong diagnostic capability
• Ability to complete major repairs
• Experience with construction equipment (advantageous)
• Confidence working largely unsupervised on a range of equipment
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Efficient, accurate, and well-organised work habits
• A team-oriented attitude
• Working at Heights licence (preferred but not essential)