Join a Family-Run Workshop – Where You're More Than Just a Number!
Come and join a family-run business where they pride themselves on creating a supportive, tight-knit environment where every team member is valued. They believe in teamwork, quality, and fostering growth and development. If you’re a skilled mechanic looking to make a real impact, this could be your next career move!
About the Role:
We are seeking a Workshop Mechanic to join a passionate team, working on road transport vehicles and light automotive repairs. This is a workshop-based role and also involves on-site work, providing plenty of variety throughout the week.

What you’ll be doing:

• Conduct servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on road transport and light automotive vehicles.
• Perform pre-COF inspections to ensure NZTA compliance.
• Complete tyre fitting, balancing, and repairs.
• Diagnose and repair suspension, brakes, steering, and drivetrain components.
• Carry out preventative maintenance to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Work on trucks, trailers, utes, and other fleet vehicles.
• Maintain accurate job records and documentation.
• Ensure health and safety protocols are always followed.
• Assist with on-site breakdowns and field repairs as required.
• Mentoring of younger staff members and providing guidance.
• On-site servicing call ours for and repairs for material handling/container handling equipment.
• Scheduled travel opportunities across the South Island

What We’re Looking For:

• Trade-certified mechanic (Automotive, Heavy Diesel, or relevant field)
• WOF/COF Inspector qualification highly desirable
• Experience working with forklifts, straddles, material handling, or transport equipment is a bonus
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Comfortable working at heights and in various weather conditions with emphasis on commitment to safety and compliance
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads efficiently to complete tasks and capable of working under pressure at times
• Class 2, 4, 5 licenses with W, T, R, F endorsements (preferred but not essential)
• Certifications such as Working at Heights, EWP, and Forklift OSH (advantageous)

In return you’ll get:

• Competitive pay rates between $35-$45 depending on experience and qualifications
• Regular overtime opportunities with allowances*
• Ongoing support for career development and upskilling
• A chance to work with major industry leaders in transport, logistics, and primary industries
• Discreationary Bonues and benefits

Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that values you as a person, not just an employee!