Posted 16 June, 2026
Diesel Mechanic
Doehle Centro Recruitment Services, Inc.
Christchurch, New Zealand
Full Time
Reference: 421_775805_V64W9346
Key Qualifications and Mandatory Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working abroad (overseas)
- Proven track record of overseas employment. Must provide supporting documents, including:
- Certificate of Employment
- Employment Contract
- Letter from Employer
- Payslips
- Company ID
- Residence Permit, etc.
- Valid Police Clearance from country of work/residence for more than 5 years
- Very good verbal and written English communications skills
- Valid driver's license
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, and hydraulic faults on ultra-class and heavy earthmoving machinery.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic software (e.g., Cat ET, Cummins Insite, Link-One) to read fault codes, analyze live telemetry data, and pinpoint root causes.
- Interpret intricate technical manuals, blueprint schematics, and hydraulic/electrical circuit diagrams.
- Perform minor and major repairs, including full rebuilds of diesel engines (V8, V12, V16 configurations), power shift transmissions, differentials, and planetary final drives.
- Overhaul and calibrate high-pressure hydraulic systems, including variable displacement pumps, control valves, and cylinders.
- Conduct undercarriage maintenance, track replacements, and structural welding/component alignments on bulldozers and excavators.
- Execute routine preventative maintenance services (PMs), fluid sampling (SOS), and comprehensive machine inspections.