Excavator Operators Jobs in New Zealand

Job reference - 36179

• Trade qualified diesel technician with experience on materials handling equipment
• Top rates, overtime, staff benefits working with the latest technology
• Nationally represented company in the sunny Bay of Plenty

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We are recruiting for Diesel Mechanics and or Heavy Auto Electricians with experience working on forklifts / materials handling equipment to take up multiple vacancies in Tauranga, an area that offers a great lifestyle for you and your family.

If you aren't already living in the Bay of Plenty, you could work and live in one of the more sought after locations in NZ! Sunshine, long white sandy beautiful beaches and the view of the gorgeous Mount Maunganui could be yours every day. The view from the top is one of the most Instagrammed spots in New Zealand.


Remuneration and what you would get by joining the team
You will be working for a nationally represented company with excellent working conditions. This company is an accredited employer that offers staff benefits, further training, and opportunities for growth. Management is supportive and will give you the true job satisfaction you deserve.

Remuneration rates are top of the market and negotiable for the right applicant. You will also have the use of a company vehicle for field service duties.


The role

• Field service and workshop based duties
• General servicing and maintenance to a wide variety of forklifts from small machines through to container handlers
• Diagnostics using the latest equipment
• Performing both minor and major repairs
• Attending to breakdowns out in the field
• Client liaison and clear explanation of work carried out
• Ensuring all paperwork is accurate and up to date

Skills sought

• Although our preference is trade qualified diesel mechanics, we will consider auto electricians, diagnostic automotive technicians, and those with other relevant experience
• 3+ years of post qualification experience working on electric, diesel, and/or LPG forklifts/materials handling equipment is highly advantageous
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Solid diagnostics experience
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• Able to work to deadlines
• A focus on top customer service

How to apply
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