Senior Marine Diesel Technician | Lead Maintenance

RealNZ; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff rates at RealNZ experiences

Medical insurance

Free ski pass

Job summary

RealNZ in Te Anau is seeking a Senior Heavy Diesel Technician - Marine to lead maintenance and repairs on our marine fleet, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance. You will supervise maintenance tasks, conduct defect repairs, coordinate with contractors, and prepare weekly status reports to keep projects on track.

The role requires a Heavy Diesel qualification, at least five years' experience with heavy equipment, and a proactive leadership approach in a dynamic, tourism-focused company.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic or automotive engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience with heavy equipment.
• Experience in maintenance, overhauls, and repairs of engines, transmissions and auxiliary systems.
• OEM experience and/or training with major brands.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance tasks and defect repairs across the marine fleet.
• Ensure work is completed on time, within budget and to industry standards.
• Conduct independent research and support project-related engineering tasks.
• Prepare weekly status reports and supervise external contractors.
• Promote safety and best practices across operations and manage project activities.

Skills

Heavy diesel mechanic

Leadership

Safety awareness

Education

Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Automotive Engineering trade qualification

Tools

OEM brand experience (Caterpillar, Yanmar, Cummins, Scania, MTU, Detroit)

Job description

RealNZ in Te Anau is seeking a Senior Heavy Diesel Technician - Marine to lead maintenance and repairs on our marine fleet, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance. You will supervise maintenance tasks, conduct defect repairs, coordinate with contractors, and prepare weekly status reports to keep projects on track.

The role requires a Heavy Diesel qualification, at least five years' experience with heavy equipment, and a proactive leadership approach in a dynamic, tourism-focused company.