Senior Diesel Technician

Sime Motors; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual reviews

Career development

Team collaboration

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd in Blenheim is seeking a Senior Diesel Technician to supervise the workshop team, coordinate daily workflow and mentor technicians and apprentices, while maintaining high quality and uptime.

Reporting to the Service Manager, you will balance hands-on work (80%) with admin support (20%), uphold safety standards, and drive skills development across the team.

Qualifications

• Senior workshop experience mentoring others.
• Hands-on experience with heavy-duty trucks.
• Strong safety commitment and proactive mindset.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle challenges.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day workflow of technicians and apprentices.
• Mentor and develop team members, ensuring high standards and uptime.
• Balance hands-on work (80%) with admin tasks (20%).
• Maintain safety standards and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior workshop mentoring

Heavy-duty trucks experience

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Reliability

Education

NZQA in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment

Class 5 license (assistance to obtain)

Job description

## Senior Diesel TechnicianApply: New Zealand | TSL | Blenheim: Full time: Posted Today: JR121718**Company :**Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd**TSL – Senior Diesel Technician** Truckstops is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sime Motors. Established in 1984, Truckstops has provided unparalleled after-sales parts and service support to the road transport industry for over 30 years. With 20 nationwide branches supporting Hino, Mack, Renault, and Volvo Truck & Bus, we have grown to become the largest supplier of truck & bus parts and workshop services in New Zealand. **The Role** Reporting to the Service Manager, as the Senior Technician in our workshop you will supervise and coordinate the day-to-day workflow of our skilled technicians and apprentices, ensuring the high standards our company and customers expect, while maximising resources and minimising downtime. Your hands on approach will demonstrate the importance of hard work and commitment to quality to the team and give you the opportunity to pass on your knowledge. We are a passionate, dedicated bunch of people who work hard to get the job done for our customers while supporting each other. No ego’s here! This is an 80% on-the-tools working alongside and mentoring the team, with 20% assisting the Service and Branch managers with admin tasks required to keep the workshop humming. **Why Choose Us?** Along with a suite of benefits to select from to suit your needs from 100+ retailers and in-house purchasing, we also offer:* Competitive pay with a skills-based pay scale - You learn, we pay!* Regular annual reviews and quarterly check-ins are a minimum to make sure you're being recognized for your growth and achievements.* Personal & career development courses - we support your upskilling and development, both on the job and in your personal life.* Be part of a collaborative, supportive team where we share knowledge, help each other out, and always have each other's backs.* Opportunities for career growth - within Truckstops and across the entire Sime Motors group! **What We're Looking For** * Previous workshop experience at a senior level mentoring others* Hands-on experience with heavy-duty trucks with an understanding of WIPs* A strong commitment to safety and a proactive mindset* Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on* Ideally, a Class 5 license (we can help you get it!)* NZQA in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment* Reliability and willingness to commit to the team Don't miss this chance to become a key member in delivering top-tier services for Truck Stops and Sime Motors. Check us out at www.truckstops.co.nz and our wider group at www.simemotors.co.nz Apply online NOW! We look forward to you joining us. Note: this role is subject to reference, right to work, medical and drug checks. You **MUST** be eligible to work in New Zealand. AEWV holders MUST hold an IQA certificate at level 4 to be eligible for consideration or be willing to obtain one.