Heavy Diesel Field Service Technician

Sime Darby; Cromwell Community; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Field service vehicle

Laptop and phone

Tool allowance

PPE and uniform provided

Superannuation matching

Job summary

Based in Cromwell, Terra Cat is seeking a Heavy Diesel Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain Caterpillar equipment across the Central Otago region. You’ll perform fault finding, preventative maintenance and repairs at customer sites, backed by a supportive team and dealership systems.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits, including a field service vehicle, laptop/phone, tool allowance and ongoing training to grow as a skilled technician.

Qualifications

• NZ-recognised Heavy Diesel qualification and solid experience.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices.
• A motivated, professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain Caterpillar equipment at customer sites across the region.
• Carry out fault finding, preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Support customers in civil construction, forestry and power generation sectors.

Skills

Heavy Diesel

Diagnostic skills

Troubleshooting

Safe work practices

Professional approach

Education

NZ-recognised Heavy Diesel qualification

Job description

Company :

Terra Industrial New Zealand Limited

• Monday - Friday | Overtime available

• We’ll give you what you need to do the job properly

• $38 - $46/hr + FS allow + overtime + tool allowance + excellent benefits

Based in Cromwell and working across the Central Otago region, you’ll join a growing team in one of New Zealand’s most sought-after locations.

Central Otago is now home to more Caterpillar machines than Dunedin and Invercargill combined, creating exceptional opportunities for skilled technicians. With strong demand from the civil construction and forestry sectors, a new three-bay workshop opening in October, and an ambitious growth strategy led by our Service Manager, there is no better time to join Terra Cat and help shape the future of our Cromwell operation.

If you’re an experienced Heavy Diesel Technician looking for a company that has its eyes on the future, we’d like to talk.

Why Terra Cat?

• Modern Caterpillar equipment across forestry, construction and power generation

• Well-equipped field service vehicle, tooling and technology

• Strong technical, parts and service support

• Knowledgeable teammates and supportive leaders

• Ongoing training, Technician Development and Master Technician programmes

• Industry-leading commitment to Health & Safety

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate ($38-$46/hr)

• $2.34/hour field service allowance

• Paid overtime after 8 hours / day

• $2,000 annual tool allowance

• Field service vehicle, phone and laptop

• PPE and uniform provided

• Superannuation matching up to 6.5%

• Subsidised medical insurance

• Discount fuel card

• Wellness checks, flu vaccinations and EAP support

The role

As a Heavy Diesel Field Service Technician, you’ll diagnose, repair and maintain Caterpillar equipment at customer sites across the region, carrying out fault finding, preventative maintenance and repairs. You’ll enjoy the variety and autonomy of field service work while supporting customers in the civil construction, forestry and power generation sectors, backed by experienced leaders, strong dealership systems and a team that understands what great field service looks like.

What we’re looking for

• NZ-recognised Heavy Diesel qualification and solid experience

• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

• Commitment to safe work practices

• A motivated, professional approach

Want to move to Cromwell / Alexandra?

Talk to us about our relocation packages! We will help make the move easier and more affordable for you!

Build your future with Terra Cat.