Diesel Technician

6 days ago

New Zealand TSL Mt Maunganui Volvo Sime Darby Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Company :

Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd

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 Foreman, 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 Us?

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

  • Tool allowance, overtime paid at time and a half and a monthly bonus incentive, and all PPE

  • Regular annual reviews and quarterly check-ins are a minimum to make sure you're being recognized for your growth and achievements.

  • Personal & career development courses - we support your upskilling and development, both on the job and in your personal life.

  • EAP support & wellbeing initiatives, free flu jabs, discounted Southern Cross Healthcare, free eye & spine checks

  • 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

  • NZQA Level 4 National Certificate in Heavy Road Transport or Heavy Plant & Equipment (or equivalent)

  • 3 years hands-on experience as a diesel technician (Volvo or other heavy transport brand needed)

  • Current full NZ driver license - minimum Class 2 (ideally up to Class 5 or willing to obtain)

  • A strong commitment to safety and a proactive mindset

  • Excellent problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on

  • Strong communication and documentation skills

  • Reliability and willingness to commit to the team

If you have experience with European truck brands, Volvo experience, M-code and understand NZTA regulations even better we'd love to talk to you.

Don't miss this chance to become a key member in delivering top-tier services for Truck Stops and Sime Motors.

Check us out at  and our wider group at 

Apply online NOW We look forward to you joining us.

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