Field Service Technician Earthmoving Equipment

Komatsu Australia; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kiwisaver employer contribution up to

Life and disability insurance

Free annual medical check

Flexible working hours

Parental leave

Technical training and development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Komatsu New Zealand is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair and rebuild earthmoving equipment across the lower North Island, based in Palmerston North with Levin as a supporting branch. You’ll work on Komatsu and other brands, building strong customer relationships and coordinating your day-to-day service visits.

You don’t need prior Komatsu experience; trade-qualified mechanics who enjoy problem solving and safe, independent work are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified in heavy diesel / mechanical engineering (earthmoving).
• NZ Level 4 or recognised equivalent.
• Post-trade experience servicing and repairing earthmoving or construction equipment.
• Ability to interpret electrical and hydraulic diagrams.
• Class 1 driver’s licence; Class 2 heavy transport licence preferred.
• Willingness to travel across the lower North Island (2–3 hours to sites).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, maintain and rebuild earthmoving and construction equipment.
• Use technical information and your mechanical, hydraulic and electrical knowledge to identify faults.
• Carry out inspections, testing and adjustments, and recommend practical solutions.
• Manage your daily schedule and complete clear service reports, inspections, job cards and timesheets.
• Build trusted customer relationships while supporting Komatsu and other equipment brands.
• Work independently, safely and professionally, with support from the wider Levin branch team.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostics

Customer relationship

Team coordination

Education

NZ Level 4

Job description

Komatsu New Zealand is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair and rebuild earthmoving equipment across the lower North Island, based in Palmerston North with Levin as a supporting branch. You’ll work on Komatsu and other brands, building strong customer relationships and coordinating your day-to-day service visits.

You don’t need prior Komatsu experience; trade-qualified mechanics who enjoy problem solving and safe, independent work are encouraged to apply.