Mobile Plant Mechanic Apprentice

6 days ago

Tauranga, New Zealand Liebherr-Australia Pty. Ltd. - New Zealand Full time

**Kickstart Your Career with Liebherr - Join our 2026 Apprenticeship intake in Tauranga**

Are you looking to learn a rewarding trade, build real skills and set yourself up for a fulfilling career? Our Earthmoving Division is looking for a motivated apprentice to join our New Zealand team working from our Tauranga facility

You will complete a Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering - Plant and Equipment (Level 3-4), while learning the ropes in hydraulics, electrical and mechanicals skills on cutting-edge machinery while working side by side with expert technicians.

**Why join Liebherr?** We are an industry-leading, global OEM in the construction industry. You will gain valuable experience and support from day one. There is no better way to learn, grow and develop your career than with Liebherr

**The Opportunity**:

- Learn from the best - help our qualified technicians diagnose faults, repair and maintain our heavy construction fleet
- Work with mechanical, hydraulic, electric and pneumatic systems - develop your skills on technically advanced equipment
- Enjoy a two-week onboarding in Sydney to get you started safely and confidently - meet the team, our Technical Trainer and Apprenticeship Coordinator
- Work in our workshop and in the field with our qualified Technicians - see what our machines can do on the job

**About you**:

- You take pride in what you do and have a sharp eye for details
- You are curious, enthusiastic about learning new skills and always up for a challenge
- You have a positive attitude and make safety a priority
- You can demonstrate initiative and are self-driven with problem solving skills
- You have great communication skills - both written and verbal and you know how to deliver great customer service
- You completed Year 10
- Bonus points if you have a Certificate II or pre-apprenticeship course in a relevant field
- A drivers licence is preferred but not essential

**Benefits**:

- Above award wages, overtime opportunities, 5 days bonus leave and more
- Training programs and opportunities to ensure your continued growth
- Opportunities to work nationally and internationally once qualified
- Laptop + tooling allowance to get you started
- Laundered uniform provided - nothing to worry about
- Liebherr One Hub - Employee discount portal for great savings with retailers such as Woolworths, JB Hi-Fi, Rebel Sport, Bupa etc

Our recruitment process includes:

- Screening
- Interview with the Service Manager and our Apprenticeship Coordinator
- Reference checks, pre employment medical and police clearance

Please note that the review and selection process for our Apprenticeship program can take up to 4 months with interviews starting in mid August 2025, with the successful apprentice starting in January 2026.

**One Passion. Many Opportunities.**

**The company**:
**Location**:
Liebherr-Australia Pty. Ltd. - New Zealand

20 Cherokee Place

3116 Tauranga

New Zealand (NZ)

**Contact**:
Elodie Bonnet

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