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Diesel Technician

Penske New Zealand

Accredited employerTauriko, Bay of Plenty, NZFull-timePosted 3 weeks ago

Job Description

Your new opportunity:

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our service team in Tauriko, Tauranga. You will offer strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills and will have had exposure to a wide range of technical tasks on all makes of trucks and trailers. We are offering a generous sign on bonus to the applicant who will bring technical expertise to the team. For those looking to expand their skills, we will pay for and support registration for a dual trade qualification.

In this role you will:

Complete scheduled maintenance on customer vehicles.

Diagnose, repair and overhaul a range of truck components such as engines, transmissions, air systems and chassis.

Carry out scheduled servicing and pre-COF checks across both our diverse range of premium brands and other OEM brands.

Diagnose and troubleshoot faults using the latest tools and technology.

Recondition, overhaul, assemble and rebuild diesel engines.

Ensure all work meets high safety and quality standards.

About you:

Trade qualified as a Diesel Mechanic (NZQA Level 4 equivalent)

Strong technical background in servicing, maintenance, and repair tasks.

Experience with a variety of truck makes and models (MAN and/or Western Star exposure would be an advantage).

Ability to adapt to different systems and work efficiently across diverse vehicles.

Great teamwork, communication skills, and alignment with the Penske values of Ownership, Passion, Teamwork, Integrity and Care.

Hold some or all HT licences (support will be given to obtain these for the right applicant)

Why choose Team Penske?

At Penske, we know that it is our people at the heart of our success, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to do a great job. That is why as well as a great work environment, we offer the following benefits:

Flexible work arrangements that work for the individual and the business

Onsite parking

Accredited Training & Development Programs

Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training

Competitive Remuneration

Reward and Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees.

Employee Assistance Program.

Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave

Penske Perks: save $1000's with access to discounts from your favourite retailers

About Penske in Australia & New Zealand

Iconic in motorsport and in business, the Penske brand is proudly represented in Australia and New Zealand through businesses, including Penske Australia & New Zealand, Penske Truck Leasing, Penske Automotive Australia.

Penske Australia & New Zealand is a leading supplier of the world's finest heavy-duty trucks, diesel engines, gas engines, and power systems. We proudly distributes the Western Star Trucks, MAN Truck & Bus, Dennis Eagle, mtu, Bergen Engines, Detroit, Allison Transmission, and Sauer Compressors brands. And we operate across the most dynamic markets, including commercial vehicles, mining, energy solutions, defence, rail, marine, construction and industrial, oil and gas, and agriculture.

Penske Australia and Penske New Zealand are 100% subsidiaries of Penske Automotive Group, a Fortune 500 company that is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Penske Truck Leasing forms part of Penske Transportation Solutions. Both Penske Automotive Group and Penske Transportation Solutions form part of the global Penske Corporation.sam

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