Diesel Tech
Heavy Diesel Mechanic – Field Service
Service and repair high quality agricultural machinery, working with brands you can be proud of and people that you can count on.
Learn from leaders that will respect your experience and help you growEnjoy market leading training and development
Spend time out in the field as well as the workshop
Salary field; Good rate, on-call payments, vehicle, mobile, laptop
Join a team that’s in it together, fronts up, and keeps growing.
Why Work With Us?- Training Investment – We invest an average of $12,000 in your training during your first year.
- Career Progression – Build a long-term career with pathways into senior technician, sales, tech support, training, or management roles.
- Competitive Pay – Hourly rate based on experience, with regular reviews and on-call allowances.
- Tools of the Trade – BYO tools, we’ll provide a company vehicle (ute or van), laptop, mobile phone and specialist tools.
- Global Opportunities – Work overseas in Australia or the UK through our international network.
- Modern Workshop – Equipped with diagnostic tools and equipment and a supportive team environment.
About Us
Established in 1975, CLAAS Harvest Centre is a family-owned distributor of world-class agricultural machinery including CLAAS and AMAZONE. With 33 dealers across New Zealand and Australia, we’re proud to support the farming community with cutting-edge equipment.At our Otago branch in Allenton, you’ll be part of a tight-knit team that values long-term relationships, personal growth, and showing up for each other.
What You’ll Do- Perform diagnostics, servicing, and repairs on agricultural machinery (tractors, combines, foragers and more).
- Provide in-field breakdown support and customer service.
- Pre-assemble new machinery to support sales success.
- Mentor apprentices and collaborate with fellow technicians.
- Certified heavy diesel mechanic with strong diagnostic and repair skills.
- Agricultural experience is a bonus, but not essential.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
- Team player who can also work independently.
We’re a family business that supports families — including yours. We provide the equipment, training, and environment to help you succeed while supporting our farmers and contractors who help feed the world.
If you share our values — In It Together, Front Up, Keep Growing — we want to hear from you.Call Jo Holland on 03 489 8886 for a confidential chat, or apply now and take the next step in your diesel mechanic career