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Heavy Diesel Mechanic

  • Tauranga, New Zealand
  • Full time
  • Opening on: Jun 10 2026
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What's on offer: 
  • Base pay $46.22 per hour
  • All tooling and PPE gear provided
  • Free health insurance plus other great staff benefits
  • We are an essential industry, there is always work available
  • Become part of a supportive team environment
About the Role
 
We’re looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to carry out rebuilds on a range of heavy off road machinery, including loaders, and material handlers and terminal tractors. You’ll work in a fully equipped refurbishment workshop with access to quality tooling and support.
 
Location: Tauriko, Tauranga
 
Status: Base $46.22 p/h Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
 
Specific Responsibilities:
  • Full stripdown and rebuild of port equipment
  • Replacing / repairing machinery components
  • Servicing machinery
  • Diagnosing and repairing a variety of heavy loaders, excavators, forklifts & trucks
  • Repairs to attachments, grapples & log heads
Who we're after:
  • NZQA Level 4 Automotive Heavy Engineering qualification (or NZQA‑recognised equivalent)
  • Proven experience working on heavy vehicles and machinery.
  • Solid understanding of hydraulic systems.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a small team.
  • Bring a positive, can-do attitude to the role.
About us
 
Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.
 
You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.
 
Applications close on 28th June. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in, so be sure to submit your application quickly.

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