Company Description At WM New Zealand, we are the largest composter, the largest waste-to-energy provider and have the largest commercial electric fleet in New Zealand, all powered by electricity from waste.
As a team, we are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to redirect, neutralise and use waste.
Want an exciting career within mechanics?
Do you love to tinker and figure out how things work?
We're keen to find a curious, hard worker with high attention to detail.
You'll need to be a hands-on type of person who likes working with machinery and technology.
If you are a positive team player, great communicator, eager to learn and have a 'can do' attitude – keep reading!
Job Description About the Role We are excited to launch our Heavy Diesel Technician Apprentice Programme.
We have an outstanding opportunity for a curious, self-motivated, dedicated team player with a passion and commitment to developing a long-term career at our purpose-built state of the art workshop facility, based in East Tamaki, Auckland.
This is an epic, once in a lifetime opportunity.
Upon landing the role, you will be enrolled in the NZ Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 3 & 4) programme through MITO.
Once you earn your certificate as a Diesel Technician, you will then be enrolled in the NZ Certificate in Electric Vehicle (EV) Automotive Engineering programme (Level 5).
Every Apprentice is different, so this could take anywhere from 3 – 5-years.
Not to worry, you will be well looked after with an onsite assessor, no call-outs in the first year and have all your tools provided.
Responsibilities include: Maintain pace in your technical courses while carrying out routine service, maintenance, and repairs on Waste Management heavy vehicles.
Carry out diagnostics & troubleshooting of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Conduct diagnostics of components using specialist tools and equipment.
Complete detailed service reporting and manufacturers documentation.
Qualifications To be successful in this role you will need: Full or Restricted Driver's Licence Good communication skills both verbal and written.
At least NCEA level 2 in English and Maths.
A certificate in mechanics or similar is desired but not essential.
Have a "Safety First" mindset Be an NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident We offer a competitive hourly rate, great company benefits, onsite café and car parking.
We have a great company culture, and you will be working with a strong team of like-minded individuals.
Additional Information How to apply: To apply for this role click " I'm interested ".
Please note - we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.
WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.
You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.
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