Diesel Technician

Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Regular reviews & feedback

Career development support

Team collaboration

Job summary

Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd in Hamilton is seeking a skilled heavy truck mechanic to diagnose and repair mechanical issues, perform routine maintenance and inspections, and mentor apprentices. You will work with cutting-edge diagnostic tools in a modern facility, with rostered Saturday work and occasional after-hours callouts.

We value safety, problem-solving, and a proactive approach, and offer opportunities for travel, training and career development within Sime Motors group.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with heavy-duty trucks.
• Strong commitment to safety and a proactive mindset.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• NZQA in Heavy Road Transport and willingness to commit to the team.
• Desirable Class 5 HT license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on heavy trucks using diagnostic tools.
• Conduct routine maintenance, service and inspections.
• Mentor apprentices and share knowledge with the team.
• Be available for after-hours callouts and travel for work/training as required.

Education

NZQA in Heavy Road Transport

Class 5 HT license

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Company : Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd Act with Integrity Care for All Win Together Truckstops is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sime Motors. Established in 1984, Truckstops has provided unparalleled after-sales parts and service support to the road transport industry for over 30 years. With 20 nationwide branches supporting Hino, Mack, Renault, and Volvo Truck & Bus, we have grown to become the largest supplier of truck & bus parts and workshop services in New Zealand. Be part of something new. Our brand-new custom built Truckstops site in Ruakura, Hamilton is now open, purpose-designed to deliver faster, better service for our truck customers.

With two dedicated COF lanes and three fully equipped service pits and 14 repair bays, this modern facility gives our team the space and tools to work efficiently and deliver the high-quality workmanship we’re known for.

The Role Reporting to the Branch Manager & supported by the Foreman, you'll diagnose and repair mechanical issues using cutting-edge diagnostic tools, and conduct routine maintenance, service, and inspections to keep our trucks performing at their best.

You’ll collaborate with experienced pros, mentor apprentices, and continuously grow your skills. This is a minimum 40 hours a week with a rostered Saturday. There is also an expectation to work after hours callouts as needed on a rostered basis, and flexibility to travel for work and training as and when required.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive pay with a skills-based pay scale - You learn, we pay!
• Regular annual reviews and quarterly check-ins are a minimum to make sure you're being recognized for your growth and achievements.
• Top tech awards to champion YOU!
• Personal & career development courses - we support your upskilling and development, both on the job and in your personal life.
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team where we share knowledge, help each other out, and always have each other's backs.
• Opportunities for career growth - within Truckstops and across the entire Sime Motors group!

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience with heavy-duty trucks
• A strong commitment to safety and a proactive mindset
• Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on
• Ideally, a Class 5 HT license (we can help you get it!)
• NZQA in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment Reliability and willingness to commit to the team
• Don't miss this chance to become a key member in delivering top-tier services for Truck Stops and Sime Motors.

Check us out at www.truckstops.co.nz and our wider group at www.simemotors.co.nz

We look forward to you joining us.

Sime is a trusted partner to more than 60 leading automotive and industrial equipment brands across the Asia Pacific region. Operating in 18 countries and territories, we deliver sustainable value by bringing world-class products and solutions that support the region’s mobility, growth and development. With approximately 30,000 employees across our international footprint, Sime is listed on the main market of Bursa Malaysia.