Technician - Palmerston North

Scania Group; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus up to $700

Subsidised medical insurance

PPE and Scania toolbox provided

Career mobility across Scania NZ

Employee discounts

Job summary

Scania New Zealand Palmerston North is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Technician to perform quality diagnostics, repairs and maintenance on Scania vehicles and equipment. The role requires a Level 4 qualification or 3 years proven experience in heavy vehicle work, and a current NZ driver’s license with full working rights.

You will work in a brand-new facility, enjoy a supportive team culture, and have opportunities to advance within the Scania network across NZ.

Qualifications

• Must have quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to health & safety in the workshop.
• Customer satisfaction mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance, mechanical diagnostics and service of vehicles and equipment.
• Engine rebuilds and servicing as part of repairs & maintenance.
• Promote a safe work environment and adhere to health & safety policies.

Skills

Quality workmanship

Health & safety

Customer service

Education

Level 4 qualification or 3 years heavy vehicle experience

Job description

Role Summary

Friendly Palmerston Nth team. Perform quality diagnostics re-builds service & repairs on Scania's - Heavy Vehicle quals/exp essential.

Job Responsibilities

Life at Scania

From small beginnings in Sweden over 130 years ago, we’re excited to say that Scania today, is one of the world’s most recognised and respected commercial vehicle brands.

Our focus is on sustainable transport solutions, and here at Scania New Zealand, we work together as a team to come up with solutions, tailor-made for our challenging New Zealand roads.

We offer a dynamic and fun work environment, with a friendly, family culture. Our people are innovative, determined, and share a team spirit. We are strong on coaching and personal development, which allows people to grow within the company.

Now’s a great time to come on board Scania NZ, as we pioneer an exciting new era in transportation, made for New Zealand.

What you will do

• Repair & maintenance, mechanical diagnostics &service of vehicles & equipment
• Work on all aspects of repairs & maintenance, including engine re-builds & servicing
• Committed to health & safety promoting and fostering a safe work environment

Working for Scania is not just about the job, it's about you too. Our people are our strength

• Our Palmerston North branch is a brand new state of the art facility
• As an OEM, you have the opportunity to progress to different roles in other areas of the business
• The opportunity to work with genuine Scania parts, the highest quality products
• Be part of a thriving branch with clean workshop & facilities
• Top of the line, maintained tooling

About you

• You will have a relevant Level 4 qualification or have at least 3 years proven exp working as a Heavy Vehicle Technician
• You take pride in quality workmanship and doing things right. Our quality standards & Scania values mean everything to us, they will mean everything to you too
• You will thrive on ensuring customer satisfaction through your work and how you support your team – happy customers means happy you
• You will have a current NZ Driver’s License

What we can offer you

• Competitive pay with monthly bonus potential up to $700, plus subsidised medical insurance
• Safe, inclusive, and friendly culture in clean, well-equipped Scania-owned workshops with top-tier tooling
• PPE/uniform provided and a fully equipped Scania toolbox
• Work nose-to-tail with genuine Scania parts at a globally recognised, growing OEM
• Career mobility across the business, with continuous learning, training, and development
• Perks and recognition: Employee Benefit Program (100+ retailer discounts) and the chance to compete in the global Scania Top Team

You need to have full New Zealand working rights to apply for this role

Formal offer of employment is subject to standard pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks

As an equal opportunity employer, supporting workplace diversity, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, genders and cultural heritages.