Senior Marine Diesel Lead Technician

RealNZ; Te Anau; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive staff rates and free access

Free experiences across RealNZ

Free ski pass

Medical insurance

Job summary

RealNZ is seeking a Senior Heavy Diesel Technician to lead maintenance and repair of our marine assets in Te Anau. You will oversee tasks, budgets, safety, and reliability while coordinating internal teams and external contractors on a permanent, full-time basis.

The role requires a heavy diesel trade qualification and at least five years of experience with heavy equipment. Expect to travel occasionally and contribute to asset optimisation across the fleet.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic or in Automotive Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience working with heavy equipment.
• Proven experience in maintenance, overhauls and repairs of engines, transmissions and auxiliary systems.
• OEM experience and/or training with major brands (Caterpillar, Yanmar, Cummins, Scania, MTU, Detroit).

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance tasks and defect repairs across RealNZ's marine fleet ensuring work is on time and within budget.
• Conduct independent research, support project engineering tasks and asset management optimisation.
• Prepare weekly status reports and supervise external contractors; promote safety and best practices across operations.

Education

Trade Qualification as Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Automotive Engineering

Job description

RealNZ is seeking a Senior Heavy Diesel Technician to lead maintenance and repair of our marine assets in Te Anau. You will oversee tasks, budgets, safety, and reliability while coordinating internal teams and external contractors on a permanent, full-time basis.

The role requires a heavy diesel trade qualification and at least five years of experience with heavy equipment. Expect to travel occasionally and contribute to asset optimisation across the fleet.