You might not think much about parts until something breaks down — but at Ashburton Contracting Limited (ACL), one woman is making sure the wheels keep turning, quite literally. Her name is Luci Smith, and she’s the go-to person in ACL’s busy Parts Department.

Having been with the company for just over three years, Luci has become a vital part of the team. “I’d worked with smaller vehicles before,” she says, “but coming to ACL was a whole different ballgame. Trucks, diggers, construction gear — there’s so much more to it.”

And that’s no exaggeration. Luci now supplies parts not only to ACL’s own busy workshop but also to contractors, farmers, and fleet operators across Mid Canterbury. If it’s got a diesel engine — or even a petrol one — chances are Luci can find the right bit for it.

Surrounded by shelves stocked with Castrol products and much more, she’s built a deep knowledge of what keeps machinery running. Thanks to industry training with Isuzu, Scania, and a nationally recognised certificate in automotive parts, she knows her way around just about anything.

“Sometimes someone comes in asking for a ‘red filter’,” Luci laughs. “You just get the right info, do the digging, and nine times out of ten, we’ve got what they need — or can get it fast.”

But it’s not just about parts. It’s the people and culture that make ACL shine. “There’s always support to upskill — whether it’s getting a forklift licence or attending national training courses,” says Luci. “And there’s always a bit of laughter around the place too.”

So, if you’ve got a truck, tractor, or trailer that needs attention — or if you’re running a workshop and need a reliable parts partner — ACL’s Parts Department might just be your best-kept secret. And at the heart of it is Luci, always ready to help you get back on the road or paddock.

Give her a buzz — chances are, she’s already got what you need.

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