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Location: Perth Precinct, WA, AU

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Leading Hand - Plant Mechanic will join our Heavy Construction Workshop at Perth Branch on a Full-Time basis. You will be responsible for Quality, Velocity and Safety across all jobs, spending at least 60% of your time in the bay working alongside technicians to guide, support and develop their skills. You will work on a variety of equipment, from the latest Caterpillar technology to legacy machines, while installing a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
The Perth Branch WesTrac specializes in providing cutting-edge machinery solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the construction industry. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient Caterpillar equipment and service to enhance operational productivity and safety.
Roster: 5 days on, 2 days off – 10.5 hours (including a meal break)

2 weeks days 06:00am-16:30pm

1 week afternoons 15:00pm-01:30am

What You'll Do:

• Oversee servicing and maintenance on Caterpillar and non-Caterpillar equipment, including WesTrac's rental and used equipment fleet
• Lead and mentor a team of technicians with focus on Quality, Velocity and Safety
• Provide hands on support, especially with difficult diagnostic testing and repairs
• Support warranty repairs and compliance protocols
• Opportunity to back fill for Workshop Supervisor
  
  

Skills & Experience:

• Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (Heavy Vehicle Mechanic)
• Ability to work well under pressure whilst maintaining high safety standards
• CAT equipment experience is highly desirable
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical problems efficiently
• Ability to work on various types of machinery and adapt to new technologies and methods
• Precision in assembling, testing, and maintaining equipment to ensure safety and performance standards are met
  
  

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
• Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
• Recommend & Spend – Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
• Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.
  
  

Relocation and Visa sponsorship assistance for candidates on the skilled occupation list may be available to candidates in Australia and Overseas, dependant on the role.

Our Company & Commitment
With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions. At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.

Reference Number: 4228Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesMachinery Manufacturing

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