Agriculture Diesel Mechanic

We're looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join a well-established agricultural operation based in Hastings, Hawke's Bay.

If you're passionate about keeping tractors, harvesters, agricultural machinery, trucks, utes and light commercial vehicles running at their best, this is a great opportunity to join a busy workshop supporting the local farming and agricultural sector.

This is a primarily workshop-based role, with occasional opportunities to attend farm breakdowns and on-site service callouts when required.

Location: Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Start date: Immediate start

Pay rate: $40 to $45 per hour + weekly pay

• What's in it for you?$40 to $45 per hour + Weekly Pay
• Primarily Workshop-Based with occasional on-farm callouts
• Diverse Agricultural Machinery including tractors, harvesters, trucks and farm equipment
• Modern Workshop with a varied fleet of machinery and vehicles
• Ongoing Opportunity with an established Hawke's Bay employer

About the role

Join a skilled team servicing and maintaining a wide range of diesel-powered agricultural machinery and vehicles. From routine servicing and preventative maintenance to complex diagnostics and mechanical repairs, you'll play an important role in keeping essential farming equipment operating safely and efficiently.

You'll work across machinery used in farming and agricultural operations throughout Hawke's Bay, helping minimise downtime and keep equipment ready for the demands of the season.

• Key responsibilitiesService, diagnose and repair tractors, harvesters, agricultural machinery, trucks, utes and light commercial vehicles
• Carry out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on agricultural equipment
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical faults and mechanical components
• Complete transmission, drivetrain, steering, braking and suspension repairs
• Attend occasional on-farm breakdowns and service callouts when required
• Maintain accurate servicing and maintenance records while following safe work practices
• Keep the workshop clean, organised and operating safely
• What we're looking forRelevant diesel or heavy automotive trade qualification, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven experience servicing and repairing agricultural machinery, diesel equipment or heavy vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills across diesel, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Full NZ Class 1 Driver Licence
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude with a commitment to quality workmanship and safe working practices
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test

Apply today!

If you're an experienced Diesel Mechanic looking to put your skills to work in the agricultural sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today or give the team a call on 06 834 4650 to find out more!

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