Diesel Technician

Company : UD Truck Distributors (NZ) Ltd Put your heavy-diesel expertise to work with a trusted truck and bus team. UD & Volvo truck service centre is looking for a qualified Diesel Technician to join our busy workshop team in Wiri. This is a great opportunity for a capable, self-motivated technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys the challenge and variety of maintaining and repairing heavy commercial vehicles. You will join a supportive, safety-focused team where your technical skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and no two days are quite the same. If you enjoy fault-finding, solving mechanical problems and helping customers' vehicles on the road, we would like to hear from you. About the role Working as part of our Wiri service team, you will carry out scheduled servicing, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance on a range of trucks and buses. You will use your technical knowledge and practical experience to deliver safe, reliable and efficient outcomes for our customers. What you will be doing Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults on heavy commercial vehicles Completing servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance to a high standard Carrying out inspections and identifying additional work required Using diagnostic equipment, workshop systems and technical information Recording work accurately and keeping customers' vehicles moving safely and efficiently Working collaboratively with technicians, service advisers and workshop leadership Following all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures Contributing to a tidy, productive and professional workshop What we are looking for A recognised heavy automotive or diesel trade qualification Hands-on experience servicing, diagnosing and repairing heavy trucks, buses or similar commercial vehicles Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence with modern diagnostic systems A methodical approach to fault-finding and excellent attention to detail A genuine commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude The ability to manage your workload and work effectively in a busy workshop A current New Zealand driver licence; a heavy vehicle licence would be an advantage Current eligibility to work in New Zealand The hours of work The hours of work are between 7:30am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday. What is in it for you? A competitive hourly rate that reflects your skills and experience A monthly branch bonus incentive scheme, refer & earn scheme and top-tech awards Ongoing technical training and opportunities to build your capability Varied, hands-on work across modern heavy commercial vehicles A supportive team environment and strong safety culture Career development and progression opportunities within the wider business The security of a permanent role with an established truck and bus organisation About Us Established in 1983, UD Truck Distributors, a proud subsidiary of Sime Motors, is the distributor of UD Trucks in New Zealand, offering a superb range of technologically advanced medium and heavy-duty trucks via a national sales and service network. Active in more than 60 countries on all continents, UD Trucks continues to be an innovation leader with a clear vision to provide trucks and services the world needs today. Sime is a partner of choice for the world's best brands in the Automotive and Industrial Equipment sectors. We deliver sustainable value to our stakeholders through operational excellence, high performance standards and good corporate governance. Founded in 1910, Sime Darby Berhad today has a workforce of approximately 30,000 employees and a presence in 18 countries and territories across the Asia Pacific region. It is listed on the main market of Bursa Malaysia. #J-18808-Ljbffr