Service Technician

Stellar Recruitment; Northland; On-site; NZD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime & on-call allowance

Company vehicle provided

Career progression

Premium equipment variety

Autonomous field role

Manufacturer training

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Pty in Invercargill is seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to service forklifts and materials handling equipment. The role blends field service with workshop work, offering variety and autonomy while supporting a busy workshop team.

You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance and breakdown repairs, build strong customer relationships, and keep tablet-based service records. A NZ driver license and safety-focused approach are essential; the rewards include training and

Qualifications

• Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or similar trade background.
• Experience in diagnostics, fault-finding, and equipment repairs.
• Full NZ driver license.

Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, and repair forklifts and materials handling equipment in the field and workshop.
• Carry out maintenance, inspections, fault-finding, and breakdown repairs.
• Build strong customer relationships and provide equipment advice.
• Complete service reports, job cards, and tablet-based documentation.
• Follow health & safety procedures while identifying additional service opportunities for customers.

Skills

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Diagnostics

Fault-finding

Customer service

Communication

NZ Driver's License

Tablet usage

Tools

Tablet PC

Job description

• $43-$45 P/H
• Invercargill Location
• Well Known Brand

Key Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, and repair forklifts and materials handling equipment in the field and workshop
• Carry out maintenance, inspections, fault-finding, and breakdown repairs
• Build strong customer relationships and provide equipment advice
• Complete service reports, job cards, and tablet-based documentation
• Follow health & safety procedures while identifying additional service opportunities for customers

About you

• Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or similar trade background
• Experienced in diagnostics, fault-finding, and equipment repairs
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Committed to safety, quality workmanship, and customer service
• Strong communication skills and confidence using technology
• Full NZ driver License

Benefits

• $43-$45 P/H + Overtime & on-call allowance (approx. every 6-7 weeks)
• Fully equipped company vehicle & tech provided
• Supportive team, job security & career progression
• Work on premium equipment with plenty of variety
• Autonomous field role backed by a strong workshop team
• Ongoing manufacturer training & development

About the opportunity

Join a well-established and growing materials handling business that combines the stability of a larger organisation with the culture of a close-knit team. With a strong reputation for customer service, technical expertise, and safety, you'll be joining a supportive team that takes pride in delivering high-quality solutions across a wide range of industries.

This role combines field service and workshop work, supporting a range of premium forklifts and materials handling equipment. You'll be responsible for servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, breakdowns, and repairs while managing your own schedule and building strong customer relationships. With plenty of variety, autonomy, and technical challenge, this is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working independently, and taking pride in delivering high-quality service.