Diesel Technician
Company: Sime Darby
Role summary
Diesel Technician is a full-time role at Sime Darby in Manurewa, Auckland, New Zealand (on-site). Posted 2026-08-19. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Diesel Technician
- Company
- Sime Darby
- Location
- Manurewa, Auckland, New Zealand
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-19
If you have a knack for heavy machinery and enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, Sime Darby is looking for someone reliable to join their team. They offer great stability for skilled technicians who prefer a workshop environment over a desk and value a career path that rewards technical expertise with steady growth.
Job description
Company :
Truck Stops (NZ) Ltd Use your heavy-diesel expertise to work with a trusted team
At Truckstops, we're passionate about keeping New Zealand's transport industry moving. To make sure that happens, we're looking for an experienced Diesel Technician to join our busy Wiri workshop. If you're a skilled tradesperson who enjoys diagnosing faults, solving technical challenges, and working on heavy vehicles in a modern workshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Diesel Technician, you'll play an important role in ensuring our customers' trucks and equipment are maintained to the highest standard. Working alongside a team of experienced professionals, you'll undertake a wide range of servicing, diagnostics, repair, and maintenance activities.
This role offers excellent variety, ongoing technical development, and the opportunity to work with advanced truck technology and industry-leading products.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair faults across heavy commercial vehicles and associated systems
Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance
Complete mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs
Perform inspections and identify additional repair opportunities
Utilise diagnostic tools and manufacturer systems effectively
Complete job documentation accurately and efficiently
Ensure all work is completed safely and meets quality standards
Contribute to a positive, professional, and customer-focused workshop culture
About You
To be successful, you'll ideally have:
A recognised Heavy Automotive or Diesel Trade qualification
Experience working on heavy trucks, buses, transport equipment, or similar machinery
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience working with modern vehicle electronics and diagnostic software
A proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A commitment to workplace health and safety
A current New Zealand driver's licence
Eligibility to work in New Zealand
A Class 2, 4, or 5 licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
What We Offer
At Truckstops, we recognise that great people are the foundation of our success. That's why we invest in our team and provide an environment where you can build a long-term career.
You'll enjoy:
Competitive hourly rates and overtime opportunities
Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
Career development and progression pathways
Modern workshop facilities and equipment
A supportive and experienced team environment
Access to world-leading truck and transport technology
Employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
The stability of working for a well-established industry leader
Next steps
Apply now with your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Note: the recruitment process includes phone screen, interview, skills assessment, reference, medical and drug, and right to work checks.
About Us
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 40 years.
With 19 nationwide branches supporting Hino, Mack, Volvo and UD Truck & Bus, we have grown to become the largest supplier of truck & bus parts and workshop services in New Zealand.