Diesel Technician

Diesel Technician

Your new opportunity:

Due to growth in our customer base, a full time, permanent position is available for a highly skilled Diesel Technician to join the service team in our modern workshop facility in Tauriko, Tauranga. In this role, you will keep our customers' trucks moving by carrying out a range of service, maintenance and repairs tasks across a wide variety of trucks and trailers. From European to American trucks, no two days are the same - giving you the chance to broaden your expertise and build your career with variety. This is a senior role, so we are looking for applicants who have been working in the industry for some time and who offer strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.

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.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with a supportive team.
• Ensure all work meets high safety and quality standards.
• Continue learning through technical training and exposure to different truck platforms.

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.

And through Penske Truck Leasing, we offer convenient and professional truck rental and leasing services.

We value and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. If you're passionate about working for us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the selection criteria. We also encourage applications from those who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, veterans, with disability, and those who are culturally and linguistically diverse. Require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process? Please let us know.

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.