Diesel Mechanic - - 44236 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We have an opportunity for an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Hawke's Bay workshop team.

Working alongside a skilled team of mechanics, you'll be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles and civil construction equipment. This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to support projects that help keep Hawke's Bay moving.

What You'll Be Doing

Carrying out servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance on heavy vehicles and plant equipment
Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic faults
Undertaking breakdown repairs and responding to callouts when required
Completing maintenance records and service documentation accurately
Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard
Working on a range of civil construction equipment including excavators, loaders, graders, rollers, trucks, and other heavy plant
Supporting operational teams to minimise downtime and maximise equipment performance
Conducting inspections and identifying potential issues before they impact operations
Participating in an on-call roster as required
Travelling across the Hawke's Bay region to support site-based equipment when needed

What You'll Bring to the Role

Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy vehicles and equipment
Experience working on plant such as excavators, graders, loaders, rollers, trucks, and other civil construction equipment
Level 4 Trade Qualification in Heavy Automotive Engineering or overseas equivalent
Class 2-5 licence highly desirable
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Commitment to maintaining a safety-first culture
Availability to participate in an on-call roster
A positive attitude and willingness to be part of a high-performing team

Why Join Higgins?

Grow and develop in a supportive team
Brand new PPE gear tailored to your individual needs
Range of career development training, including personalised development plans
Range of employee benefits and retail discounts for you and your whānau to enjoy
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Competitive hourly rate
Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee
Permanent, full-time employment with guaranteed hours

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you'll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you'll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.