About the role
What's on Offer
- Competitive remuneration from $50+ per hour, depending on experience
- All tooling and PPE gear provided
- Free health insurance plus other great staff benefits
- Flexible 4 on, 4 off roster providing excellent work-life balance
- Become part of a supportive and experienced team environment
About the Role
Due to continued growth across our Gisborne port operations, we're seeking experienced Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Mechanics to join our team. We have opportunities available on both Day Shift and Night Shift rosters, working a 4 on, 4 off rotation.
This is a hands-on leadership role for experienced mechanics who enjoy being on the tools while leading and supporting a team. You'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy machinery and port equipment while helping coordinate daily workshop activities to keep operations running safely and efficiently.
Location: Gisborne Port
Status: Full-time, 4 on, 4 off roster (Day Shift & Night Shift opportunities available)
Specific Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of mechanics within a busy port workshop environment
- Diagnose, service, repair, and maintain heavy port equipment and machinery
- Carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs
- Assist with planning and prioritising workshop activities to meet operational requirements
- Ensure maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
- Mentor and develop less experienced team members
- Promote a strong safety culture and commitment to Zero Harm
- Work closely with operational teams to minimise equipment downtime
Who We're After
- NZQA Level 4 Automotive Heavy Engineering qualification (or NZQA-recognised equivalent)
- Proven experience maintaining and repairing heavy machinery, mobile plant, or port equipment
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience within a mechanical workshop environment
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Ability to lead by example and work alongside the team
- Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills
- A proactive attitude and commitment to workplace safety
About Us
Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.
You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.