Ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a hands-on Workshop Foreman to lead our Palmerston North workshop and keep our fleet moving safely and efficiently.
Tranzit has just celebrated 100 years in the industry, and our journey keeps getting better!
As NZ leaders in the transport industry, our nationwide network of workshops plays a vital role in keeping our fleet moving safely and efficiently.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced/senior Diesel Mechanic who's ready to step up and combine leadership with hands-on work. You'll oversee a small, team while working across a diverse fleet of buses and coaches—including cutting-edge EV technology
The role:
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Leadership and support of a small workshop team to deliver high-quality work
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Ensuring our fleet is road-ready and compliant for daily operations
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Maintaining a tidy, organised, and safe workshop environment
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Managing workshop admin tasks, including payroll and fleet systems
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Mentoring and developing team capability
About you:
- Qualified and experienced (5 years+) Diesel Mechanic, with leadership experience or clear potential and motivation to advance into a leadership role.
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Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
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Previous leadership experience or ready to take a step up.
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Strong communicator with a lead-by-example, hands-on leadership style.
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Organised, reliable, and takes pride in high standards
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Class 2 Full Drivers License
What's on offer?
- Permanent full time role, competitive remuneration and tool allowance.
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The chance to work with cutting-edge EV tech alongside traditional diesel systems.
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Opportunity to expand your skillset with your NZ Certificate 5 in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering.
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Ongoing training and development, including MITO and leadership training.
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A supportive team backed by a nationwide workshop network
We will be reviewing applicants as they apply. Applications close on 22 July 2026.
We do require a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as part of our recruitment process. All applicants must also have the legal entitlement to work in NZ.
