Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician (Trucks)

Sime Motors; Nelson; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Overtime opportunities

OEM and technical training

Career development and progression

Supportive team environment

Access to world-leading truck tech

Employee benefits and wellbeing

Stability of an industry leader

Job summary

Truckstops in Nelson is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to diagnose faults, service heavy trucks, and perform complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs in a modern workshop. You will mentor apprentices and collaborate with a experienced team to keep vehicles performing at their best.

The role offers ongoing OEM and technical training, career progression, and a supportive workshop environment with a strong customer focus.

Qualifications

• Recognised heavy automotive or diesel trade qualification.
• Experience working on heavy trucks, buses, transport equipment, or similar machinery.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with modern vehicle electronics and diagnostic software.
• A current full New Zealand driver''s licence.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
• HT licence preferred but we can help you obtain them!

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults across heavy commercial vehicles and associated systems.
• Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Complete mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs.
• Perform inspections and identify additional repair opportunities.
• Utilise diagnostic tools and manufacturer systems effectively.
• Complete job documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and meets quality standards.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and customer-focused workshop culture.

Skills

Heavy vehicle diagnostics

Fault finding

Diagnostic software

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Education

Heavy Automotive or Diesel Trade qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Electronic diagnostics software

Job description

Truckstops in Nelson is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to diagnose faults, service heavy trucks, and perform complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs in a modern workshop. You will mentor apprentices and collaborate with a experienced team to keep vehicles performing at their best.

The role offers ongoing OEM and technical training, career progression, and a supportive workshop environment with a strong customer focus.