Technical Team Leader

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. As part of our ongoing company expansion, Heavy Diesel Support Ltd is looking for a hands-on Technical Team Leader to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for an experienced technician who is ready to take the next step — someone who can demonstrate personal competence through their own technical workmanship, while also having the ability to lead, coach and develop a small team. We have a growing workload ahead and are looking for someone who wants to play an important role in shaping the next stage of our company. The role As Technical Team Leader, you will lead our workshop team by example. You will remain hands-on while taking responsibility for helping the team work safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. Working closely with our office team, you will help oversee the workshop schedule, coordinate priorities and ensure jobs are progressing effectively. You will also: Lead the technical team through personal example, competence and positive leadership . Maintain a strong and uncompromising health and safety focus . Demonstrate high standards of technical workmanship, fault finding and problem solving . Coach and mentor technicians, particularly our young apprentices , helping them build their technical skills, confidence and professionalism. Create opportunities for apprentices and developing technicians to learn, take responsibility and grow. Constantly look for ways to improve productivity, efficiency and workmanship standards . Work alongside management with staff performance and people management . Assist with estimates, quotations and technical assessments . Build positive and professional relationships with customers, staff and suppliers . Embrace technology, modern diagnostic equipment and new ways of working . Actively contribute to the Company brand, reputation and professional image. Take responsibility for your own ongoing development and actively participate in technical and leadership training . About you We are looking for someone who is technically competent, practical and ready to lead . You will ideally have: Strong experience as a heavy diesel technician. Excellent fault-finding, diagnostic and technical skills . A proven commitment to quality workmanship and getting the job right. The ability to lead by example rather than simply direct others. An understanding of coaching and developing young staff . A positive, team-focused approach to leadership. The confidence to manage the challenges that come with leading a small team — or the willingness and ability to learn. A professional approach when dealing with customers, suppliers and colleagues. An interest in technology and a willingness to continually develop your technical knowledge . A genuine commitment to personal development , ongoing training and continuous improvement. You don't necessarily need to have been a Team Leader before. If you are technically strong, respected by your peers, positive in your approach and have the right attitude towards developing people, we are prepared to support you in developing the leadership skills required for the role. What we offer Heavy Diesel Support Ltd is a growing specialist heavy diesel business with a diverse workload across civil, earthmoving, mining, materials handling, forestry, agriculture and marine industries. We offer: Fair and competitive rates of pay . Staff benefits and reward initiatives. A varied and interesting workload. Opportunities to further develop your technical and leadership competence through ongoing training and development. A positive, inclusive and enjoyable workplace culture , where people are valued, teamwork is encouraged and everyone has the opportunity to connect and participate through our active social club activities. The opportunity to have a genuine influence on the development of our team and the future direction of the workshop. A workplace where thrive on variety and make things hum aren't just words - they're part of how we operate. #J-18808-Ljbffr