Plant Mechanic

WesTrac is an equipment solutions company and one of the world's leading Caterpillar Dealerships with a rich history of supporting thousands of customers across the mining and construction industries in Australia. At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. We know that our success is the result of more than 4,000 talented people working together to achieve amazing outcomes.

Based in Narngulu for the last 30 years, the Geraldton workshop has a team of 20+ employees providing support to the local Caterpillar Brand. We offer a diverse range of tasks to keep you engaged with your career, including Full Life Machine Rebuild, Component Overhaul (inclusive of C18 Engines, Grader Transmissions & Axle Groups), Warranty repairs, Troubleshooting, Service & Maintenance of Cat Equipment, and some local field support for local Customers. Our modern, fully equipped workshop features 2 Overhead Cranes and dedicated component overhaul bays with automated parts washers, designed with Caterpillar Contamination Control guidelines.

Benefit from our in-house training facility in Guildford at the WesTrac Institute to sharpen & develop your career as a Dealer Technician with specialist product training on new models & the new age of electrification.

You will have touch points for all things Cat, from small BCON machines to larger Mining Equipment, Road Transport C15 Engines, Power Generation & the Marine Engine product line.

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic is responsible for carrying out regular maintenance schedules and repairs on Caterpillar products in the workshop.

Tasks will include but are not limited to:

1. Repairs and servicing
2. Managing work orders to extend the life cycle of the machines
3. Implementing product improvement plans and product support programs
4. Operating to safe work practices in a collaborative manner

Location: Residential - Geraldton

Roster Options: 9/5 or 9/4/5/3 - 10 hour days with option for overtime.

To be successful, the following is required:

1. Australian recognised Heavy Mobile Plant Trade Certificate or equivalent.
2. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines.
3. Ability to work well within a team environment.
4. Strong passion for quality of work & continuous improvement principles.
5. Previous mechanical experience working on Caterpillar products is desirable but not essential.
6. Alignment with and exhibition of WesTrac’s SPARC values of Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect, and Customer.

What we offer:

1. Family-friendly Geraldton-based rostered work – be home every night.
2. Location allowance, overtime available with penalty rates.
3. Job security with a consistent pipeline of work.
4. Unrivalled training and development opportunities via The WesTrac Institute in Perth.
5. Enjoyable team environment and inclusive work culture.
6. Paid parental leave, discounted health insurance, income protection insurance, and more.

If you are interested in taking your career to the next level with WesTrac, click the ‘Apply' button today

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

WesTrac Pty Ltd is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion, and equality.

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