Regional Manager

Posted Date: 19 Sept 2025

Location:Mt Thorley, NSW, AU, 2322

Regional Manager – Hunter Valley

About WesTrac

WesTrac is an equipment solutions company and one of the world's leading Caterpillar Dealerships. Operating in NSW, ACT and WA, WesTrac supply equipment solutions to thousands of customers across the mining, construction, transport, forestry, agriculture and power generation industries. 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.

About the Opportunity

Due to an internal move, WesTrac is seeking an experienced leader for the position of Regional Manager – Hunter Valley.

As Regional Manager, you will be accountable for the establishment and execution of the strategic plan with a sharp focus on team engagement, customer satisfaction, quality and safety. Your previous experience will enable you to drive operational excellence and provide leadership to a team of Operational Managers.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership capabilities in driving large, high performing teams and understand the critical role of customer experience in growing market share and customer loyalty.

Reporting to the General Manager – Operations, you will lead a team of 5 direct reports with a total team size of circa 230 spanning across the Hunter Valley and Mudgee region.

This position will require ad hoc travel across the Hunter Valley and Western Region of NSW will be required.

Role Accountabilities

• Be a visible, approachable and engaging leader

• Cascade strategic objectives and track progress regularly

• Support and coach a team of Branch Managers

• Oversee operational performance to maintain WesTrac's position as a market leader and leading Caterpillar dealership

• Manage the P&L and budgets

• Maintain customer relationships to expand market share and boost customer loyalty

• Lead forecasting and planning processes to mitigate risks and ensure business units are positioned to capitalise on new growth opportunities

• Engage cross functionally to embed improvement initiatives

• Measure performance of teams in accordance with service contracts and internal KPI's

About You

• Commitment to safety and knowledge of best practice in operational environments

• Commercial acumen with experience in managing budgets and P&L's

• Ability to influence and lead through change

• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills

• Proven ability to create, implement and deliver strategic objectives across a complex operation with dispersed workforce

• Demonstrated ability to manage customer relationships

• Experience in a leadership role within the construction, manufacturing or mining sectors is highly favourable

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as business or engineering

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration + fully maintained vehicle + incentive scheme

• Fitness Passport for the whole family

• Discounted CAT merch

• Generous relocation assistance for eligible candidates

• Income protection with 24/7 coverage

• 12 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)

• Online Learning Library + access to professional development resources

• Novated leasing options

• Purchased Leave program

• Opportunities for growth and development

• Employee Wellness Program

• Discounted private health insurance

Next Steps

Please submit your application via the link. Applications may close before the advertising end date of 19th October 2025 if a suitable applicant is identified.

For confidential discussion, please contact Claire Pavey – Talent Acquisition Manager on

WesTrac is proud to partner with Bielby Downing Teal – a leading provider in recruitment services who will conduct initial applicant screening.

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.