Field & Workshop Mechanic — Forklifts & Heavy Equipment

Stellar Recruitment Pty; Waikato; Hybrid; NZD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tool allowance

Overtime opportunities

Training & development

Supportive team

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Pty in New Zealand seeks a Service Technician to split time between workshop and field, servicing and repairing forklifts and heavy equipment. You’ll work with an experienced team, receive ongoing training, and grow with a stable Waikato business.

The role requires a trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Technician, or Auto Electrician, with strong diagnostic skills and the ability to work independently in the field and in the workshop.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified in heavy diesel, automotive or auto-electrician.
• Experience with forklifts or heavy equipment.
• Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability.

Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, and repair forklifts and heavy equipment in workshop and field.
• Carry out servicing, preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Respond to breakdowns across the Waikato region.
• Complete service reports and maintain documentation.
• Work independently and with the wider team.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Time management

Customer communication

Self-motivation

Field service

Education

Trade qualification: Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Technician, or Auto Electrician

Job description

Stellar Recruitment Pty in New Zealand seeks a Service Technician to split time between workshop and field, servicing and repairing forklifts and heavy equipment. You’ll work with an experienced team, receive ongoing training, and grow with a stable Waikato business.

The role requires a trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Technician, or Auto Electrician, with strong diagnostic skills and the ability to work independently in the field and in the workshop.