Diesel Technician

Truckstops is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sime Motors. Established in 1984, Truckstops has provided unparalleled after-sales parts and service support to the road transport industry for over 30 years. With 20 nationwide branches supporting Hino, Mack, Renault, and Volvo Truck & Bus, we have grown to become the largest supplier of truck & bus parts and workshop services in New Zealand.

The Role

Reporting to the Service Manager, you'll carry out fault diagnosis, repairs and scheduled maintenance using Volvo Tech Tool and other OEM diagnostic platforms. You'll collaborate with experienced pros, mentor apprentices, and continuously grow your skills with inhouse and OEM training.

This is a minimum 40 hours a week with a rostered Saturday. There is also an expectation to work after hours callouts as needed on a rostered basis, and flexibility to travel for work and training as and when required.

Why Choose Truckstops

Along with a suite of benefits to select from to suit your needs from 100+ retailers and in-house purchasing, we also offer:

• Competitive pay with a skills-based pay scale - You learn, we pay!
• Regular annual reviews and quarterly check-ins are a minimum to make sure you're being recognised for your growth and achievements.
• Personal & career development courses - we support your upskilling and development, both on the job and in your personal life.
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team where we share knowledge, help each other out, and always have each other's backs.
• Opportunities for career growth - within Truckstops and across the entire Sime Motors group!

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience with heavy-duty trucks
• A strong commitment to safety and a proactive mindset
• Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on
• Ideally, a Class 5 license (we can help you get it!)
• NZQA in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment
• Reliability and willingness to commit to the team

Don't miss this opportunity to join a respected name in the transport industry while living and working in one of New Zealand’s most scenic and rewarding regions.

Check us out at http://www.truckstops.co.nz and our wider group at http://www.simemotors.co.nz. Email recruitment@simedarby.co.nz for further information.

Apply online NOW! We look forward to you joining us.

Note: this role includes background checks including reference, medical, drug, qualifications and right to work checks.

Please note: if you are an international candidate or work visa holder, you MUST have had your qualifications assessed by NZQA and hold an IQA certificate equivalent to Level 4 in heavy automotive.