Plant Mechanic

4 days ago

Bathurst Regional Council, Australia WesTrac Full time

Overview

WesTrac is currently seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our Bathurst Workshop. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Leading Hand will support their team and workshop, ensuring that maintenance and repairs are effectively coordinated. This position will set a strong example by showcasing attention to detail, efficient work planning, and proactive problem-solving skills. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, this role will involve encouraging and motivating your team to achieve high productivity and efficiency, with a focus on safety and delivering high quality work. This role offers the opportunity to work on a large variety of Cat machines from mining trucks to dozers, excavators and graders. There has never been a better time to join WesTrac as a leading hand

Roster and Remuneration

- 5 Days On, 2 Days Off - 10.5 hour shifts
- Opportunities for overtime
- Potential earnings from $125,000 - $160,000. Above rates are a guide; each candidate will be assessed on skill and experience

Skills & Experience

- Proven experience as a leading hand or leadership style role
- Familiarity with Caterpillar Equipment
- Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong commitment to meeting customer requirements
- Excellent diagnostic and repair skills
- Advanced job planning skills

Why WesTrac?

- Refer a friend program - work alongside your mates and receive up to $3,000
- Job security and serious potential for career advancement
- Competitive remuneration
- Fitness Passport for the whole family
- Annual Remuneration and performance review
- Discounted CAT Hand Tools
- Generous relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- Income protection with 24/7 coverage
- 12 weeks paid parental leave.
- Online Learning Library to support your continued development
- Novated leasing options
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Employee Wellness Program
- Discounted private health insurance
- On-boarding and welcome day at our head office in Newcastle

Apply Now

If you believe you have some of the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 and reference job number 1007.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we/'re focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success. WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognise the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and are committed to continue to build our workplace culture.

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