Senior Diesel Mechanic / Workshop Manager

As our Senior Diesel Mechanic / Workshop Manager, you will spend most of your days on the tools, servicing and repairing our machinery — which includes excavators, scrapers, rollers, graders, dozers, trucks, and tractors. In our modern purpose-built workshop, you’ll have access to the latest fleet-servicing technology, including a 20-metre truck hoist and brake roller set-up.

You will work closely with our operations team and be responsible for the day-to-day management of the workshop, including leading the workshop team, scheduling services, ordering parts and consumables, and maintaining health and safety.

What You Will Need

• Diesel mechanic qualification
• 5 or more years’ experience with heavy earthmoving machinery
• Experience leading a team
• Effective communication skills
• Efficient time management
• Self-motivation and ability to work safely and unsupervised
• Ability to complete a job to a high standard (no shortcuts)
• Sound understanding of health and safety
• Class 1 and 2 driver licence — 3 to 5 would be an advantage

What's In It For You

You’ll be part of a team who love what they do and work together to get the job done right.

You can expect an excellent remuneration package, modern company vehicle, tool allowance, positive and safe working environment, Southern Cross health insurance, ongoing training and development, and access to a modern fleet and facilities.

Next Steps

If you’re interested in working for Tarbotton Land & Civil, please complete the online form below and upload your CV.
You will need to have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa.
We are committed to a drug-free workplace. As a condition of an offer of employment, you will need to provide a negative drug test.