Workshop Mechanic - Whangarei/Kamo

Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd.; Whangarei; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Career progression opportunities

Fortnightly Pay

All relevant PPE provided

Flexible hours (with consultation)

Job summary

Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd. in Whangarei is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic for a permanent role. You will service, diagnose, and repair our bus fleet, carry out COF inspections, and handle day-to-day maintenance with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Experience with alternative propulsion is a plus as we transition toward a more sustainable fleet. You will work both independently and as part of a team, with opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• NZQA L4 Heavy Automotive Qualification or equivalent workshop experience.
• Current NZ Driver's License Class 1 (ideally up to Class 4).
• Attention to detail and a safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair the fleet of buses to ensure safety and reliability.
• Diagnostics, fault finding and scheduled maintenance including COF inspections.
• Work independently and in a team to meet regulatory requirements.

Skills

NZ Driver's License Class 1-4

Eye for detail

Health and safety conscious

Physically capable up to 25 kg

Education

NZQA L4 Heavy Automotive Qualification

Job description

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our Whangarei/Kamo crew on a permanent basis. Working on a variety of vehicle brands, this role involves proactive and reactive maintenance, COF inspections, and day-to-day repairs across our fleet. Experience with electric vehicles will be a bonus as we transition toward a more sustainable future.

About us

Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies with a team of more than 2,000 people providing coach and charter services right across the country. We partner with regional councils and schools to supply public transport services as well as offering a range of bus and coach hire services to businesses and the general public. You would be joining us at an exciting time in Ritchies’ history as we gear up to decarbonise our fleet and move to a more sustainable public transport model.

About You

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Diesel Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing our fleet of buses to ensure they operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Working both independently and as part of a team, you will carry out scheduled maintenance, fault finding, and repairs while maintaining high workmanship standards. A strong understanding of Waka Kotahi compliance requirements, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential.This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem‑solving, and is keen to develop their skills within the passenger transport industry.

Your Skills

• NZQA L4 Heavy Automotive Qualification/ equivalent automotive workshop experience
• Current New Zealand Drivers’ License Class 1 (ideally up to Class 4)
• Eye for detail
• Health and safety conscious
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25kgs

What we offer

• Supportive team
• Career progression opportunities
• Fortnightly Pay
• All relevant PPE provided
• Flexible hours (with consultation)

As a safety‑conscious employer, our pre‑employment checks include:

• Drug and alcohol testing
• Ministry of Justice checks
• Reference checking

Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.