Diesel Mechanic, Christchurch
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Fast Force Recruitment

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

$35  -  $40 /hr

Christchurch

Job Description

Heavy Diesel Mechanic


About the role:


  • Diagnose vehicle faults and resolve mechanical issues
  • Perform vehicle maintenance, repairs, and servicing
  • Foster a proactive health & safety culture within the workshop team
  • Civil construction company- role based in the workshop in Belfast


On offer:


  • $35-$40 per hour
  • Time and a half after 40 hours, plus tool allowance
  • Opportunities for training and upskilling
  • Guaranteed 40 hours per week
  • Sign-up bonus of $400 after six weeks into work (conditions apply)


You must have:


  • Trade qualified in Heavy Automotive – Plant and Equipment or Road Transport preferred
  • Strong diagnostic skills (experience with electronic diagnostic equipment is not required)
  • Health and Safety focused
  • Good time management
  • Take pride in your work and gain satisfaction from “a job well done”
  • Have the ability to focus on the task at hand
  • Have good attention to detail
  • Class 4 and 5 Drivers Licences would be an advantage
  • Clean MOJ
  • Must have own transportation to get to work
  • Excellent communication skills


The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug test.


If you are ticking the boxes above, then we would like to hear from you. Please send us a copy of your updated CV and get started!

Desired Hard Skills

  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Health & Safety
  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Mechanical Repairs

Desired Soft Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication Skills

Additional Compensation

  • Signing Bonus
  • Performance Bonus

Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus

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