Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Queenstown
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Stellar Recruitment

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

  • Posted 3w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

$90  -  $120 k/yr

Queenstown

Job Description

Join a growing civil contractor servicing a diverse fleet across workshop and field environments. Variety, autonomy and long-term career growth.

  • Queenstown | Growing Civil Contractor | Workshop and Field Service Work
  • $90k - $120k | Monday - Friday | Ongoing Training + Development
  • Must Be a Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic With Class 1 & 2 Licenses

About the job opportunity


An established and growing civil construction business is seeking a Trade Qualified Diesel Mechanic to join their close-knit workshop team in Queenstown. Working across both the workshop and field environments, you'll play a key role in maintaining a diverse fleet including heavy trucks, trailers, earthmoving equipment, agricultural machinery, light vehicles and ancillary plant.


This is a hands-on position offering plenty of variety, autonomy and problem-solving. You'll suit this role if you're capable of thinking on your feet, diagnosing issues independently and keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently.



Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct servicing, maintenance and repairs across a large and varied fleet
  • Diagnose faults across diesel engines, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
  • Complete preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs
  • Carry out field service work at project and site locations
  • Maintain accurate service and maintenance records
  • Ensure equipment meets operational, safety and compliance requirements
  • Work closely with operations teams to minimise downtime


Benefits

  • Competitive salary of $90,000-$120,000 depending on experience
  • Monday to Friday schedule
  • Mix of workshop and field-based work
  • Diverse fleet and challenging technical work
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Long-term career growth opportunities
  • Supportive, team-focused culture
  • Stable workload with a well-established business


About you

  • Trade qualified Diesel Mechanic
  • Minimum 3 years' relevant industry experience
  • Strong knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems
  • Experience working on heavy equipment, transport fleets or earthmoving machinery
  • Able to work independently and solve problems in the field
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Current Class 1 and Class 2 licence required
  • WTR endorsement advantageous
  • Experience in civil construction or agricultural equipment highly regarded


How to apply:


Click APPLY or contact Katelinn for a confidential discussion katelinn.a@stellarrecruitment.co.nz

Desired Hard Skills

  • Hydraulic Systems
  • Class 1 License
  • Class 2 License
  • Diesel Engine Maintenance
  • Electrical Systems
  • Heavy Machinery Diagnostics
  • Pneumatic Systems

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Autonomy
  • Independent Thinking
  • Organisational Skills
  • Problem-Solving

Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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