Heavy Diesel Mechanic-10433
About Us:
Bathurst Resources is New Zealand’s largest specialist coal mining company. We produce over 2.2 million tonnes of coal each year and proudly employ over 550 people. About 80 percent of our production is used for steel making of which one third is used by a local Kiwi steel mill.
The Rotowaro coalfield and opencast mine is the second largest opencast coal mine in New Zealand and is located 10km west of Huntly. We are also only 40km from Raglan and 40km from Hamilton – the city life or the beach life are both accessible from our mine.
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The Role:
Filter out all the other roles, put an end to the exhaustive search, and inject yourself into this one – we’ve got the job for you!
We have 2 permanent, full-time positions, reporting to the Mobile Plant Supervisor. The Heavy Diesel Mechanic role is a challenging one and requires professional pride as our fleet of CAT haulage trucks, utility vehicles, earth moving equipment are maintained and repaired to a high standard.It’s a critical role, that all mining operations hinge from, so we need capable, motivated and professional hands on the tools.
We’re specifically looking for experienced mine site Heavy Diesel Mechanics, with at least 3 years’ post-qualification experience
To be successful in the role you must have:
- New Zealand Working Rights
- Trades Qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic
- Proven diagnostic skills on heavy equipment
- Experience in the Mining Industry (advantageous)
- Experience on our specific on-site equipment (advantageous)
- CAT777 Trucks
- Komatsu and Liebherr production diggers 100t-400t
- Caterpillar dozers (D6 – D10)
- A strong Health and Safety focus
- Excellent attendance record
Culture & Benefits:
- Roster: 6-on: 3-off (rotating days and night shifts)
- 11.25-hour shifts
- Pay rates from $38.65 - $43.25 gross per hour
- Private Medical Insurance fully funded for employees and reduced rates for family members
- Life and Disability Insurance
How to apply:
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply using the ‘QUICK APPLY’ button now.
Please note:
- Applications close Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:59pm.
- Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
- Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.