Forklift Service Technician

Location: Dunedin
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 200253845_1723694339
Salary: Paid overtime, vehicle, life & medical insurance
Megan Wilton
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Our client is the market leader in new & used materials handling, construction & environmental equipment and has 18 branches throughout New Zealand.

The Dunedin branch is seeking an experienced technician/mechanic to work primarily on forklifts both in the service workshop & out in the field in and around Dunedin.


You will carry out planned and unplanned maintenance, major overhaul and refurbishment work, prepare new and used equipment, and undertake warranty repairs to deliver high standards of workmanship and customer service in an efficient and safe manner.

You will be highly organised, a team player, have a strong attention to detail & love problem solving.

The ideal candidate will also have diagnostic software experience and computer skills - as there is an administration portion to this role. You must be physically fit as the role can be physical at times.



Monday to Fri: 40-45 hours per week (Saturday work available/Flex Hours)

Must have the availability to be oncall when required.



Competitive hourly rate with potential to earn over time, tool allowance, medical and life insurance, work vehicle, modern workshop and equipment, ongoing training and development and a great team to be apart of!



The ideal person will have:

  • 3-4+ years proven mechanical experience (Either in: Material Handling Equipment/Auto Electrical, Diesel or Motor Mechanics)
  • Be a qualified heavy diesel, petrol mechanic or auto electrician
  • Have good diagnostic and problem solving skills, hydraulic and electrical
  • Great customer communication skills
  • Hold a minimum Class 1 Full NZ drivers licence
    Endorsements: Forklift, wheels, tracks, rollers (preferably)

If you like sound of this opportunity and you or someone you know fit the above criteria, then apply today!



Call Megan at Select Recruitment, Dunedin on (03) 477 0873, or apply by clicking the "APPLY" button, and completing the entry fields.

Please Note: to be successful, you must be a valid New Zealand (NZ) Resident and currently reside in NZ. As per our standard recruitment process, all applicants will undergo Pre-employment Reference Checks, Drug and Alcohol screening, along with a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check to determine employment suitability.