Workshop Lead

The Wonderful Company; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Development opportunities

Wonderful Giving

Wonderful Neighbour

Wellness programs

Job summary

Transam is seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to become Workshop Lead in Auckland. You’ll lead a team of mechanics, balance hands‑on work with workshop planning, and coordinate servicing, maintenance, and repair activities for our fleet and related equipment.

The role focuses on safety, quality, and reliability, with opportunities to contribute to engineering projects and quoting external work. Applicants must have a NZ heavy diesel background and a clean NZ driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Heavy Diesel Mechanic (essential).
• Approximately 10 years’ experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment.
• Proven ability to plan and manage maintenance across multiple assets/priorities.
• Strong leadership experience managing small technical teams.
• Sound understanding of NZTA compliance and Land Transport regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workshop operations for heavy vehicles, trailers, and container handlers.
• Plan and schedule servicing and repairs with Transport/Depot teams to minimise downtime.
• Lead and develop a small team, promoting accountability and safety.
• Carry out hands-on heavy diesel mechanical work as part of the team.
• Manage inventory, parts ordering, and stock takes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation.
• Support engineering projects including trailer builds and fabrication requests.

Skills

Leadership experience

Maintenance planning

Team coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety culture

Education

Heavy Diesel Mechanic trade qualification

Welding qualification (preferred)

Tools

Trailer fabrication knowledge

Quoting works

Job description

Transam offers supply chains solutions that connect people, products, and places. By integrating sea and airfreight services with trucking, customs brokerage, warehousing & Container Depots under one platform, Transam delivers seamless, end-to-end logistics tailored to customer needs.

Transam has an international network of agencies in Europe, Asia and North America, with our own offices in New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Singapore, and the West Coast of the United States.

We’re seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic with strong leadership and planning capability to take on the role of Workshop Lead. This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for managing the maintenance, repair, and engineering activities of our internal fleet (trucks, trailers, and container handlers) as well as selected external customer equipment.

Job Description

Reporting to the Transport Manager, you’ll lead a team of mechanics and work collaboratively with our Transport and Depot Operations teams to plan and manage all servicing, maintenance, and repair activities. You’ll balance hands‑on mechanical work with effective leadership, workshop planning, and administration, as well as:

• Oversee and manage all workshop operations including heavy vehicle, trailer, and container‑handling equipment maintenance and repair
• Plan and schedule servicing and repairs in coordination with Transport and Depot teams to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team, promoting accountability, teamwork, and a strong safety culture
• Carry out hands‑on heavy diesel mechanical work as part of the team
• Manage inventory, parts ordering, consumables, and monthly stocktakes
• Oversee workshop safety, compliance, and housekeeping
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
• Support engineering and fabrication projects, including trailer builds and custom work
• Liaise with suppliers and external customers, including quoting and managing external repair or fabrication requests
• Promote and uphold Transam’s values of safety, quality, and reliability in every aspect of workshop operations

Qualifications

You’re a motivated and qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic who takes pride in both your work and your ability to lead others. You’ll have a practical, problem‑solving approach, enjoy working as part of a high‑performing operations team, and know how to plan and deliver on multiple priorities. You will also have:

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic (essential)
• Welding experience and ideally a welding qualification (preferred)
• Approximately 10 years’ experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment
• Proven ability to plan and manage maintenance activities across multiple assets and priorities
• Strong leadership experience managing small technical teams
• Experience with trailers, fabrication, and trailer builds (ability to quote work is an advantage)
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem‑solving skills
• Sound understanding of NZTA compliance and Land Transport regulations
• A current and clean NZ Class 5 driver’s licence
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety and a proactive, hands‑on work ethic

This is a full‑time permanent role based in Auckland. You will have the right to live and work in New Zealand at the time of applying. The successful candidate may be subject to undergo a Police Check and/or Pre‑Employment Drug Test.

Additional Information

Our Transam Contribution:

• Competitive benefits package (hourly rate plus bonus)
• Opportunity for development and internal mobility
• Wonderful Giving - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
• Wonderful Neighbour - spend a day in the community helping with various projects
• Company focused on wellness and health

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a vital operational function within a respected transport organisation. You’ll be part of a supportive team culture that values safety, integrity, and professionalism — where your leadership directly contributes to our performance and reputation in the industry.