Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Maramarua - 10469

About Bathurst

Bathurst Resources is New Zealand’s largest coal-specialist 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 local Kiwi steel producers. Our high-quality, thermal-grade coal fuels are used to help drive the engines of many iconic food and dairy businesses.

Our Maramarua Mine is an opencast mine which produces a low-ash, low sulphur thermal coal for the domestic market. It is in the Waikato region, 20km south of the Bombay’s (South Auckland) or 50km from Thames (Coromandel) – you get to choose if you want the city life or the coast life.

We are culturally diverse and maintain a strong health and safety focus. We have our people's best interests in mind and welcome experienced operators who want to be part of an exciting growth project at Maramarua.

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Be Safe – Be Accountable – Be a Team – Be Real

We Can Offer You

• Market leading pay
• Tool allowance
• Excellent team environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Awesome benefits for you and your family to enjoy - Health and Life Insurance
• The right equipment for the job and an opportunity to add new skills to your kit bag!

The Opportunity

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!

This is a permanent, full-time position, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor.

The Heavy Diesel Mechanic role is a challenging one and requires professional pride as our fleet of CAT haulage trucks, utility vehicles, load shifting equipment are maintained and repaired. It’s a critical role, that all mining operations hinge from, so we need capable, motivated and professional hands on the tools!

What You Will Bring To The Role

• A strong commitment to Health and Safety
• Mining experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in an engineering trade
• Trade qualification in Heavy plant AUS/NZ Recognised Trade Certificate

• CAT Haul trucks 777
• CAT Dozers D6 – D9
• CAT 16M Graders
• Komatsu excavators (including PC2000)
• Full Class 1 NZ driver’s licence

How To Apply

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Please Note

• Applications close Sunday 15 November 2026 at 11:59pm.
• We will begin shortlisting for the role as we receive applications and may choose a successful candidate prior to the close date.
• 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.