Mechanic

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced, hands-on mechanic for general repairs, servicing, and fault-finding in a busy workshop environment during a peak holiday period. Highlights: 1. Hands-on workshop experience maintaining and repairing vehicles 2. Opportunity to support a tourism-focused fleet operation 3. Work efficiently within a fleet environment * Short-term mechanic role covering holiday leave in Christchurch * Hands-on workshop work, pay negotiable based on experience * Immediate start available for the right person At Trade Assist, we're partnering with a well-established tourism and transport operation that supports travellers exploring New Zealand by road. Their focus is on keeping people moving safely, comfortably, and confidently through reliable vehicles and quality service. This role is based in Christchurch and is a short-term assignment covering holiday leave for 1 to 2 months, with an immediate start available. You'll be working in a busy workshop environment, maintaining and repairing a fleet of vehicles to ensure they remain safe, roadworthy, and ready for use. The work is hands-on and suits an experienced mechanic who is confident on the tools and able to hit the ground running during a peak period. What you'll be doing: - Carrying out general mechanical repairs, servicing, and fault-finding - Ensuring vehicles meet safety and roadworthiness standards - Working efficiently within a workshop and fleet environment - Supporting the wider team during a busy holiday period What we're looking for: - Proven workshop-based mechanical experience is a must - Confident working on tools with minimal supervision - Mechanical qualification is a big bonus - Reliable and available to start ASAP - Able to commit to a 1 to 2 month assignment What's on offer: - Short-term holiday cover role, 1 to 2 months - Pay negotiable depending on experience - Christchurch-based work - Opportunity to support a tourism-focused fleet operation This role suits a practical, experienced mechanic who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to smooth operations during peak travel periods. Apply now or get in touch with Trade Assist for a confidential chat. Please note: To be considered, you must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, have a clean MOJ background, and hold NZ working rights. No sponsorship available.