Transport Refrigeration Technician, Manawatu

4 days ago

Palmerston North Central, New Zealand Excel Refrigeration Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Does diesel rev your engine? Enjoy diagnosing problems and creating solutions? Looking to apply your mechanical mind to keeping a variety of chilled product transportation trucks on the road? We've got an exciting opportunity available to join the team at Excel Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Manawatu, you'll be able to grow in this role as well as developing this area of our service offerings.

As a leading provider of transport temperature control systems, specialising in the servicing, maintenance and repair of truck and trailer refrigeration units. The Transport Refrigeration Technician role offers variety, combining workshop-based tasks with in-field service work, technical variety and strong opportunities to expand your skill set. With ongoing training and development, this position provides a clear pathway for career progression within a specialised and growing industry.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

  • Commit to health, safety and environment first practices
  • Deliver quality client service and experience
  • Provide planned preventative maintenance
  • Diagnose, repair and solve breakdowns
  • Report on work processes

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

  • 5+ years related experience preferred
  • A qualification in Refrigeration and/or the Diesel Mechanic Trade is preferred but not essential
  • An unrestricted driving licence
  • Aotearoa New Zealand citizenship or residency
  • To be currently living in Aotearoa New Zealand

GROW WITH US:

This role offers genuine growth potential. As your skills expand, you'll take on more complex diagnostics, advanced system repairs, and increased field responsibilities. We provide manufacturer training, ongoing upskilling and clear pathways into senior or specialist technician roles.

WHY EXCEL?

  • Excellent hourly rate and work schedule
  • Top of the range tools, PPE, uniform and equipment supplied
  • Top Tier Wages
  • Benefit of a work vehicle - discussions to be had regarding private use
  • Receive ongoing training and development\
  • A paid day off on your birthday
  • Working with a wide variety of customers and jobs/service/maintenance

ABOUT US:

At Excel, we are a premier industrial and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning company that proudly delivers the best heating and cooling solutions across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our customer base spans from small businesses to major industrial brands, and we take pride in our 100% Aotearoa New Zealand ownership.

When you become part of Excel, you're not just an employee - you're a vital contributor to our ongoing success story. We're more than a workplace; we're a community focused on innovation, teamwork and excellence.

APPLY:

Please apply online and one of our team will be in touch soon.

Note: Interviews and appointments may take place prior to the advertised application closing date.

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