Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Commercial Vehicle Centre; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Vehicle Centre in Christchurch, on the South Island, is seeking a trade qualified diesel technician to join our Hornby-based workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with quality OEM training and development in a supportive, collaborative company. You will diagnose faults, service transport equipment, mentor fellow technicians, and uphold high workmanship standards with a focus on Health & Safety. We offer ongoing OEM training and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified Diesel Technician with appropriate certification.
• Strong mechanical capability and technical skills applicable to diesel transport equipment.
• Class 2 license or higher (minimum).
• Experience with UD Trucks or Volvo is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing faults and servicing transport equipment
• Providing efficient, high-quality service to customers
• Collaborating with and mentoring fellow technicians
• Delivering high-quality workmanship and outcomes
• Commitment to continuous improvement in Health & Safety and workplace culture

Skills

Strong mechanical ability

Technical skills

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Diesel Technology

Tools

UD Trucks experience

Volvo experience

Workshop equipment familiarity

Job description

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Commercial Vehicle Centre – Christchurch, South Island

We are seeking a trade qualified diesel technician/mechanic to join our Hornby based workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with quality OEM training and development with a successful company.

Key responsibilities

Diagnosing faults and servicing transport equipment

Providing efficient, high-quality service to customers

Collaborating with and mentoring fellow technicians

Delivering high-quality workmanship and outcomes

Commitment to continuous improvement in Health & Safety and workplace culture

About you

Qualified Diesel Technician

Strong mechanical capability and technical skills

Class 2 License (minimum)

UD Trucks or Volvo experience an advantage

About us

With a long history as a dedicated service and sales provider, Commercial Vehicle Centre has been supporting the Transport Industry for over 40 years, proudly representing strong, reputable, and well-known brands. With five branches across the South Island, we pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, collaborative, and committed team culture. Commercial Vehicle Centre is the South Island's parts, service, and sales provider for UD Trucks and Hyundai Trucks, as well as being authorised parts and service dealers for International (Navistar).