Heavy Machinery Diesel Mechanic - Relocate to New Zealand
Flink Recruit · New Zealand
Overview
Flink Recruit is helping a New Zealand employer find experienced Heavy Machinery Diesel Mechanics. If you are skilled with diesel equipment, hydraulics, and fault finding, this is your chance to build a long term career abroad with a respected employer. The role covers workshop and field service work on a wide range of heavy machinery. Relocation to New Zealand is required and support is provided.
About the role
Our client in New Zealand is looking for skilled Heavy Machinery Diesel Mechanics to join their team. You will work on a variety of heavy machinery and equipment in a dynamic, safety focused environment.
What you will do:
- Diagnose, fault find, service, and repair heavy machinery and equipment
- Carry out preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Perform breakdown repairs to minimise equipment downtime
- Do welding and fabrication work when required
- Complete maintenance reports and service documentation accurately
- Work independently and as part of a team in workshop and field service settings
To apply, make sure you have a valid driver licence and a valid passport or the ability to obtain one. You must be willing to relocate to New Zealand. The salary is a competitive package to be discussed based on your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Heavy Machinery Diesel Mechanic
- Strong diagnostic and fault finding abilities on diesel powered equipment
- Experience working on hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
- Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Valid driver licence
- Valid passport or ability to obtain one
- Willingness to relocate to New Zealand
- Advantageous: experience with earthmoving, construction, mining, forestry, agricultural, or heavy transport equipment
- Advantageous: welding and fabrication experience
- Advantageous: OEM diagnostic software experience
- Advantageous: field service experience
- Advantageous: relevant trade qualification or diesel mechanic certification
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, fault find, service, and repair heavy machinery and equipment
- Conduct preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Carry out breakdown repairs efficiently to minimise equipment downtime
- Perform welding and fabrication work where required
- Complete maintenance reports and service documentation accurately
- Ensure all work meets health, safety, and quality standards
- Work both independently and as part of a team in workshop and field service environments
Benefits
Opportunity to build a career in New Zealand, long term employment opportunities, work with a respected and established employer, supportive and professional working environment, competitive remuneration based on experience, exposure to a wide range of heavy machinery and equipment
Job details
- Organisation
- Flink Recruit
- Location
- New Zealand
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Category
- Trades & Artisan
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Hi there! This is a great opportunity if you are a qualified diesel mechanic ready for an international move. Make sure your CV clearly shows your experience with heavy machinery, hydraulics, and fault finding. Highlight any welding or OEM diagnostic software skills, as these are a big plus. Since the job is in New Zealand, you will need a valid passport or the ability to get one, and a clean driver licence. In the interview, be ready to talk about specific machines you have worked on and how you handle breakdowns under pressure. Good luck!
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