Heavy Vehicle Technician, Christchurch (Token)

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Scania New Zealand in Christchurch is hiring a Heavy Vehicle Technician to join a friendly, safety minded team for diagnostics, rebuilds and servicing of Scania heavy vehicles. The role requires a Level 4 qualification or at least three years proven experience, with on site, full time hours and some travel to other workshop or training facilities across New Zealand. Pay ranges from $39 to $41 per hour with a guaranteed minimum of 42.5 hours per week, plus benefits including a fully equipped toolbox, PPE, subsidised medical insurance, a monthly bonus up to $700 and opportunities to progress within the Scania network. To apply, submit your CV and be prepared for pre employment testing; tailor your application to showcase quality workmanship, customer focus and safety, and align with Scania values and the drive toward digitalisation and sustainability.

Role Summary

Friendly team. Perform quality diagnostics, re-builds, service & repairs on Scania products-Heavy Vehicle quals & exp essential

Job Responsibilities

Life at Scania
From small beginnings in Sweden over 120 years ago, we’re excited to say that Scania today, is one of the world’s most recognised and respected commercial vehicle brands

Our focus is on sustainable transport solutions, and here at Scania New Zealand, we work together as a team to come up with solutions, tailor-made for our challenging New Zealand roads

We offer a dynamic and fun work environment, with a friendly, family culture. Our people are innovative, determined, and share team spirit. They ask questions like “why?” or “what if?” and go beyond what’s easy or expected. In return, we are strong on coaching and personal development, which allows people to grow within the company

Now’s a great time to come on board Scania NZ, as we pioneer an exciting new era in transportation, Made for New Zealand 

Working for Scania is not just about the job. It is about you too. Our people are our strength.
Our workshops are all Scania owned branches
As an OEM, you have the opportunity to progress to different roles in other areas of the business

• The opportunity to work nose to tail with genuine Scania parts, the highest quality products
• Be part of a thriving branch with clean workshop and facilities
• Top of the line, maintained tooling

About the role
Location: Christchurch, some project-based travel may be required to other workshop or training facilities across New Zealand
Type: Full-time permanent
Pay rate: $39.00 - $41.00 per hour
Minimum guaranteed hours: At least 42.5 hours weekly

Life on the tools
The role will require you to compete tasks including but not limited to

• Repair & maintenance, mechanical diagnostics and service of vehicles & equipment
• Work on all aspects of repairs & maintenance, including engine re-builds & servicing
• Committed to health & safety promoting and fostering a safe work environment

What we can offer you

• A dynamic & inclusive work culture - be part of a great team that is supportive, friendly & fun
• A safe working environment. PPE/Uniform provided
• Subsidised medical insurance. A Scania provided fully equipped toolbox
• A monthly bonus potential up to $700
• Be part of the bigger picture - a company with a focus on digitalisation, autonomous vehicles, electrification & sustainability
• A company that is growing, with potential for career development opportunities
• Continuous learning & training
• Opportunity to participate in the global Scania Top Team technician competition

About you

• You will have a relevant Level 4 qualification or have at least 3 years proven experience working as a Heavy Vehicle Technician
• You take pride in quality workmanship and doing things right. Our quality standards and Scania values mean everything to us, they will mean everything to you, too
• You will thrive on ensuring customer satisfaction through your work and how you support your team – happy customers means happy you

To apply
“Apply now” and submit your CV. If you want to join a dynamic company with strong values, if you want to be more than a number and have a real voice, join us and start an exciting career in an international company

As part of our usual recruitment process applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment testing, police checks & medical examination

As an equal opportunity employer, supporting workplace diversity, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, genders and cultural heritages