Heavy Diesel Field Service Technician

Terra Cat; Gisborne; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Field service allowance

Paid overtime

Tool allowance

Company vehicle

Laptop and phone

PPE and uniforms

Superannuation matching

Medical insurance

Job summary

Terra Industrial New Zealand Limited in Gisborne is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Technician to service and repair heavy plant and equipment. You will operate with modern Caterpillar gear, supported by leading dealership teams and safety systems.

Compensation is $38-$46 per hour depending on experience, plus a $2.34/hr field allowance, paid overtime after 8 hours, a $2,000 annual tool allowance, a company vehicle, laptop, PPE, and comprehensive benefits including superannuation matching

Qualifications

• NZ-recognised Heavy Diesel qualification.
• Experience working on heavy plant and equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding

Heavy equipment experience

Safe work practices

Education

NZ-recognised Heavy Diesel qualification

Job description

Company : Terra Industrial New Zealand Limited

Work for a dealership that gives technicians what they need to do the job properly $38-$46/hr + field allowance + paid overtime + excellent benefits Backed by knowledgeable colleagues, supportive leaders and industry-leading dealership support At Terra Cat, we believe great technicians do their best work when they're backed by the right equipment, strong systems, quality training, and a team that supports them. That's why we've invested heavily in our people, processes, tooling, vehicles, technology, and safety systems. If you're an experienced Heavy Diesel Technician looking for a company that genuinely supports its technicians, we'd like to talk.

What makes Terra Cat different?

• Modern Caterpillar equipment and technology
• Well-equipped service vehicles and tooling
• Strong parts, technical and administrative support
• Industry-leading focus on Health & Safety
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Stable dealership environment with long-term career opportunities
• A team culture built on respect, professionalism and doing the job right

What's in it for you?

• $38-$46 per hour (depending on experience)
• $2.34/hr field service allowance
• Paid overtime after 8 hours per day
• $2,000 annual tool allowance
• Company vehicle for field service work
• Laptop, mobile phone, PPE and uniforms provided
• Superannuation matching up to 6.5%
• Subsidised medical insurance
• Discount fuel card
• Wellness checks, flu vaccinations and EAP support

What you'll bring

• NZ-recognised Heavy Diesel qualification
• Experience working on heavy plant and equipment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Looking for a better employer? If you're a good technician, you deserve:

• The right tools
• Modern equipment
• Proper training
• Strong support
• A safe workplace
• Great pay
• Technician development pathway
• Master Tech programme

That's exactly what we're offering.

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