Ready to swap the hustle of the big city for a better lifestyle in the regions? We've got a great opportunity for a Workshop Foreman to join our team!

Our Palmerston North workshop is seeking a hands-on Foreman or experienced senior mechanic to lead our workshop team. You'll play a key role in ensuring our diverse fleet of buses and coaches (including cutting-edge EVs) are road-ready and running smoothly for daily operations.

We are looking for:

• An experienced diesel mechanic with 5+ years in the industry.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including mentoring apprentices.
• Strong fault diagnosis and repair skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised with the ability to manage admin tasks, including payroll and fleet maintenance systems.
• Team player attitude, happy to go above and beyond when needed.

What Can We Offer?

• Competitive remuneration and relocation support
• Company Ute, Phone and Tool Allowance
• The chance to work with cutting-edge EV tech
• Career progression and growth opportunities.
• A nationwide workshop team that values training and development, supporting the next generation of mechanics - with upskilling opportunities via MITO and other training providers.

Why make the big move?

The Manawatū region has so much to offer - shorter commutes, an affordable cost of living, and endless outdoor adventures at your doorstep. It's also rapidly emerging as an economic hub, with major companies like ours in growth mode.

At Tranzit Group we're proud to be New Zealand's largest family-owned transport and tourism company. For 100 years we've held the reputation of being pioneers and innovators in the bus and coach industry. We're also proud to lead the way with New Zealand's first with fully electric urban bus fleet in Palmerston North. This is your chance to join our journey as it continues to get better!

If you're thinking about making a change in 2026, apply today! Applications close on 19 January 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they come in. Please note that any applications submitted over the Christmas/New Year period will be reviewed starting the week of 5 January 2026. We appreciate your patience and wish you a safe and happy holiday season.

We do require a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as part of our recruitment process. All applicants must have the legal entitlement to work in NZ.