Heavy Diesel Mechanic


Employing over 1200 staff in 11 locations across New Zealand, C3 Limited is a market leader in New Zealand’s port related product and cargo handling, adding value to our clients’ businesses by providing solutions to their transport and logistics needs.

Business growth is placing increased demands on the diverse range of heavy machinery that C3 use to handle products at the port. C3 has seven workshops around the country that maintain and repair heavy machinery used in the port environment.

Our Marsden Point branch is looking for an experienced, motivated and qualified Diesel Mechanic in heavy plant and equipment, with strong attention to detail, to join our small team. You will bring a high level of technical skill and enjoy varied repair and mechanical work on a variety of industry leading equipment such as Volvo Log Loaders, Sennebogen Hi Stackers, Cat Excavators, Wagner Chip Dozer, Various models of Forklifts, ITV Trucks and trailers.

Essential requirements for the position are:

 Mechanic trade certificate (PolyTech or MITO)

 Proven experience repairing and maintaining heavy machinery

 Being a self-starter with initiative

 Keen eye for detail with superior workmanship

 Commitment to Health & Safety of you and your team

 Flexibility and reliability

 Good ability with welding for maintenance type repairs

 Computer literacy

 Good communication skills

 Strong time management skills and ability to work unsupervised is essential.

 Available to participate in an on-call roster.

 Supervisory experience preferred for our small team.

If you enjoy responsibility and working as part of a team, then we would like to hear from you. C3 offer competitive remuneration and career development opportunities and a unique work environment.

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 2640

Location: Whangarei

Closing Date: Monday, 27 April 2026

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