Heavy Diesel Mechanic / Apprentice 3rd or 4th Yr

About us Kumeu Diesel Services Ltd is a locally owned, hard-working workshop trusted by transport and civil contractors across West Auckland. We service and repair heavy trucks, trailers, and machinery — everything from scheduled maintenance and COF prep to diagnostics, brakes, driveline, hydraulics, and on-site call-outs. We’re steady, practical, and proud of the quality we deliver.

The opportunity We’re growing and looking for either:

• A Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic, or
• A 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Kumeū team. If you enjoy hands-on work, problem solving, and working on a wide range of heavy vehicles and equipment, this is a great opportunity.

What you’ll do

• Scheduled servicing, inspections and COF preparation
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on engines, brakes, driveline, electrics, gearboxes, diffs and hydraulics
• Truck, trailer and machinery repairs and maintenance
• On-site and after-hours call-outs when required
• Keep accurate job notes and follow health & safety procedures
• Maintain a tidy, safe workspace and work as part of a small team

What you’ll bring

• Heavy Diesel qualification or currently completing apprenticeship (3rd or 4th year)
• Genuine interest in heavy vehicles and machinery
• Reliability, strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Good communication and basic computer skills
• Class 1 NZ driver licence (Class 2/5 a bonus or opportunity to gain)
• Must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand

Please note: We currently do not have NZ Immigration Accredited Employer work visa tokens available, so we are unable to support visa applications at this time.

What we offer

• MITO-aligned apprenticeship training and mentoring by senior technicians
• Varied work across trucks, trailers and machinery — no two days the same
• Ongoing upskilling (diagnostics, brakes, hydraulics, electrical)
• PPE provided
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for overtime
• Monday – Saturday work with the occasional Saturday off
• Approx. 55 hours per week

Safety & standards Kumeu Diesel Services Ltd has zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Pre-employment and random testing may apply.

How to apply Apply on Trade Me OR Send your CV to: kumeudieselservices@dscc.co.nz Subject: Heavy Diesel / Apprentice – Your Name Questions? Call Maree / Katie Selak – 027 472 3988