Resident Field Service Technician

Date:  4 Sept 2025
City:  Waikato - Branch

About Us

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

Technician – Workshop Waikato

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to perform the role of Technician – Workshop.

You be responsible for maintenance and repair our full range of Construction & Utility equipment, provide mentoring and guidance for workshop based servicing,  responsible for maintenance of Used and Rental equipment.

We are on the search for someone who has strong hydraulic fault-finding skills and enjoys supporting, mentoring and leading others to represent an OEM in every customer interaction.

 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Predominately workshop-based with ability to cover field service breakdowns and servicing as required (tool of trade vehicle included)
  • Work closely with the UE/Rental SSC and L/H to deliver to high standard giving our customers an unparalleled customer experience (reporting to branch supervisor)
  • Ability to mentor apprentices and guide technicians with repairs and servicing in a workshop-based environment
  • Generate extensive accurate reports on rental & used equipment
  • Excellent oral & written communication skills
  • Attention to detail QA pre delivery of used and rental equipment
  • Experience with AX an advantage

What we are looking for:

  • Ability to provide a high level of customer service in line with our Customer Support Charter
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety.
  • Class 1 driver’s licence Class 2 (heavy transport) preferable
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good understanding of computer systems and Microsoft Office

Qualifications

  • Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or overseas equivalent

Why work for us!

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

 

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

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