HD Fitter / Mobile Plant Mechanic

At Komatsu New Zealand, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity:

This is your chance to join Komatsu, a global leader in heavy equipment, technology, and innovation. With over a century of engineering excellence and a strong presence across New Zealand, Komatsu is known for building reliable machines and even stronger careers.

As a Field Service Technician in Christchurch, you’ll work with world‑class Komatsu equipment across a wide variety of customer sites. Every day brings something different: diagnostics, repairs, breakdowns, major component work, and supporting key industries across the Canterbury region.

You’ll be backed by a supportive local team, advanced OEM systems, and access to Komatsu’s extensive global training pathways. Whether you want to deepen your technical expertise, move into leadership, or explore future opportunities across our Aftermarket, Technology, or Operations teams, Komatsu provides real long‑term career growth.

This role offers autonomy, variety, and the chance to represent a respected global brand while building a rewarding career.

Role Located:  Christchurch

Roster: Monday to Friday – 8:00am – 4:30pm

Komatsu can provide you with the following:

At Komatsu, we have proven career pathways into various exciting fields. We are committed to creating a learning culture and consider the support and recognition of training, learning, development & education as fundamental to achieving your goals. We also provide a range of services and benefits to assist our employees in their personal and professional lives, such as:

• Kiwisaver employer contribution matched to employee contribution up to 10%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Free annual medical check.
• Flexible working hours where practical.
• Paid parental leave.
• Access to an array of technical training, personal development and upskilling.
• Plenty of discounts across retail, automotive, travel & health products.
• $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

What we are looking for:

• A Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic (or overseas equivalent).
• Strong experience working on heavy mobile equipment (Komatsu or similar OEM).
• Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting capability across hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong customer service focus and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently in the field, manage time effectively, and complete accurate service reports.
• A Class 1 licence (Class 2 preferred).
• Willingness to travel, respond to breakdowns, and work flexible hours when required.
• Experience in mining, quarrying, construction, or forestry environments is desirable.

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button!

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and a competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, and ethnicities from different generations