Heavy Diesel Mechanics

CAL>Isuzu Ltd.; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL Isuzu in Auckland seeks a qualified Diesel Technician to join the Auckland workshop team. You will service and maintain customer vehicles to manufacturer standards, working on light commercial units through to heavy trucks up to 50 tonnes.

The role suits someone who works autonomously, has strong attention to detail, and can identify faults and preventative maintenance opportunities while maintaining high-quality workmanship. Training provided for the right applicant.

Qualifications

• Qualified Diesel Technician with workshop experience.
• Experience servicing light and heavy vehicles, up to 50 tonnes.
• Strong eye for detail and fault identification.
• Commitment to health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify vehicle faults through repairs, overhauls, and adjustments.
• Conduct test drives to verify vehicle performance.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge through ongoing training.

Skills

Diesel engines

Truck maintenance

Autonomous work

Health & safety

Education

Trade qualification in Diesel Tech

Job description

Automotive Sales and Repair Auckland, Auckland Full Time

Heavy Diesel Technician role in Auckland. If you're passionate about trucks and quality workmanship, this could be the opportunity for you.

CAL Isuzu is New Zealand's largest Isuzu truck dealership, with branches in Whangarei, Auckland, Hamilton, and Tauranga. Our success is built on continuous growth, high-quality workmanship, and the development of our people. As proud representatives of Isuzu - the number one truck brand in New Zealand, we are committed to delivering excellence for our customers and our team.

The Opportunity We are seeking a qualified Diesel Technician to join our Auckland-based workshop team. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining customer vehicles to manufacturer standards, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance. You’ll work across the latest model vehicles, from light commercial units through to high-productivity truck and trailer combinations up to 50 tonnes. This role suits someone who works well autonomously, has a strong eye for detail, and takes pride in identifying faults and preventative maintenance opportunities while completing work efficiently and to a high standard. Our workshop has a consistent workflow, and hours can be varied to meet customer demand. We are particularly interested in candidates who can offer flexibility for evening and weekend work. This full-time position is ideal for an experienced Diesel Technician or a light automotive technician looking to transition into heavy diesel. Training will be provided for the right applicant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and rectify vehicle faults through repairs, overhauls, and adjustments.
• Conduct test drives to verify vehicle performance.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge through ongoing training.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• A genuine interest in the trucking industry.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Experience in a similar light or heavy automotive role.
• Minimum experience for roles 3 Years Post Apprenticeship.
• Isuzu truck knowledge advantageous but not required.
• A positive, self-motivated attitude.
• A strong commitment to health and safety practices.