EV Technician - Heavy Vehicle Electrical Specialist

WM New Zealand; Howick; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Specialist tools

Laptop provided

Phone provided

EV training

Career progression

Job summary

WM New Zealand is based in Auckland and leads in sustainable transport through its growing heavy EV fleet. The role supports maintenance, diagnostics, and development of EV systems, working with a team of EV technicians to ensure safety, reliability, and performance.

You will gain hands-on experience in fault finding, commissioning, testing, and introduction of new vehicle technologies, with travel across New Zealand as required.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering or Heavy Automotive Electrical.
• Strong background in heavy vehicle electrical systems; EV/high voltage experience is an advantage.
• Proficient in diagnostics, CAN bus systems, wiring and electrical fault analysis; able to read wiring schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, fault-finding, and repairs on high- and low-voltage vehicle systems, including CAN bus and control networks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and system updates on the EV fleet.
• Support field repairs and assist other workshops with remote diagnostics; travel when required.
• Liaise with the Auckland EV Engineering team to implement electrical upgrades and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and HV safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with operations and engineering teams.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

CAN bus

High voltage systems

Automotive electrical

Diagnostics software

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering or Heavy Automotive Electrical

Tools

CAN bus tools

Diagnostics equipment

Job description

WM New Zealand is based in Auckland and leads in sustainable transport through its growing heavy EV fleet. The role supports maintenance, diagnostics, and development of EV systems, working with a team of EV technicians to ensure safety, reliability, and performance.

You will gain hands-on experience in fault finding, commissioning, testing, and introduction of new vehicle technologies, with travel across New Zealand as required.