Truck Preparation Assistant

Sime Darby; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Motor Truck Distributors (NZ) Ltd in Palmerston North is seeking a hands-on Truck Preparation Assistant to groom and prepare Volvo and Mack trucks for delivery. You will clean, detail and assist with basic fit-outs, working closely with technicians and sales to meet high presentation standards.

Ideal candidates are practical, with a good eye for detail, basic vehicle knowledge, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship. A current NZ Class 4 licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on mindset with a focus on quality workmanship.
• Ability to understand basic vehicle components and carry out visual checks.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high standards.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic.
• Experience in automotive or heavy vehicle environments is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cleaning and detailing Mack and Volvo trucks for customer delivery.
• Assisting with truck fit-outs and modifications, including basic installation and preparation work.
• Supporting technicians with accessory and modification work as required.
• Carrying out basic checks of vehicles to identify issues with presentation, fit-out or condition.
• Ensuring trucks are clean, complete and ready for customer handover.
• Moving vehicles around the yard and workshop as required.
• Assisting with general workshop duties.
• Keeping work areas and yard clean, tidy and organised.
• Following all health, safety and quality procedures.
• Working closely with technicians, sales and other team members to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Practical

Mechanically minded

Hands-on approach

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

Company :

Motor Truck Distributors (NZ) Ltd

Palmerston North

Help get Volvo trucks ready for the road!

We’re looking for a hands-on and reliable Truck Preparation Assistant to join our MTD team in Palmerston North looking after our Volvo and Mack brands.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a practical or trade background who enjoys working with vehicles and takes pride in getting the job done right.

You’ll play an important role in making sure our new and used trucks are prepared, fitted out and presented to a high standard before they head to our customers.

The Role

Reporting to the Sales Support Manager and working to the daily duties set by the Logistics Co‑ordinator you will ensure new and used vehicles are groomed to a high standard of cleanliness to ensure customer satisfaction. Undertake minor light engineering adjustments are repairs.

• Preparing, cleaning and detailing Mack and Volvo trucks for customer delivery
• Assisting with truck fit-outs and modifications, including basic installation and preparation work
• Supporting technicians with accessory and modification work as required
• Carrying out basic checks of vehicles to identify any issues with presentation, fit-out or general condition
• Ensuring trucks are clean, complete and ready for customer handover
• Moving vehicles around the yard and workshop as required
• Assisting with general workshop duties
• Keeping work areas and yard clean, tidy and organised
• Following all health, safety and quality procedures
• Working closely with technicians, sales and other team members to ensure trucks are delivered on time and to a high standard
• Assisting with truck deliveries, when required

Who are you?

We’re looking for someone who is practical, mechanically minded and takes pride in their work.

Ideally you will bring:

• Some previous trade, automotive, mechanical or heavy vehicle experience would be ideal – not necessary
• A current NZ driver licence Minimum class 4 heavy vehicle driver’s licence – unrestricted.
• The ability to understand basic vehicle components and carry out thorough visual checks
• An eye for detail and the confidence to flag anything that doesn’t look right
• A practical, hands‑on approach and willingness to get stuck in
• Good attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
• A commitment to working safely and following procedures

Experience with truck fit-outs, vehicle modifications, accessories or workshop environments would be an advantage.

Why join MTD?

This is an opportunity to become part of a well-established heavy automotive business and work with one of the world’s leading truck brands. You’ll be joining a supportive team where you can develop your skills and gain valuable experience in the heavy vehicle industry.

If you’re someone who enjoys working with your hands, takes pride in a job well done and wants to build a career in the automotive industry, we’d love to hear from you.