Mining Electrification and Power Systems Specialist

Reporting to the Business Unit Manager - Electrical and Electrification, the Energy Solutions Specialist will drive product support solutions across power generation, power systems related to charging and propulsion of mining machines, micro-grids, and BESS. This role goes beyond power generation—supporting the broader electrification of the mining sector through strategic sales and service initiatives that deliver whole-of-life equipment support and exceptional customer experience.

Roster: Mon - Fri 8.5 hours per day (including unpaid meal breaks)

Location: Perth Precinct (Perth Airport, WA)

What you'll do:

• Build strong relationships with current and future clients across the mining and construction industries to deliver tailored product & support proposals for current and emerging OEM technologies that will reduce their operating costs and GHG emissions
• Be involved in industry leading product development and testing for electrification and emissions reduction projects of heavy industry machines.
• Partner with WesTrac and Caterpillar sales teams and account managers to shape market-specific energy solutions strategies
• Work with operations to align team capabilities with execution needs
• Support the Business Unit Manager - Electrical and Electrification, collaborating with Sales Mining and Account Managers to ensure seamless service delivery
• Champion WesTrac's "easy to buy, easy to own" approach by delivering practical, end-to-end solutions that simplify ownership and maximise value

Required Skills and Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in the mining industry that includes transferable skills and knowledge of electric power systems and mining machines
• Excellent communication skills across verbal, written, and interpersonal channels
• Proven ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders at multiple levels
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a collaborative team
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
• Strong initiative and analytical mindset, with experience in sales data and performance reporting
• Sound technical knowledge and understanding of complex power systems

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Electrical Trade Certificate with 15+ years in power generation, including 5+ years in account management
• Strong commercial acumen in product support and technical sales within the energy sector
• Solid grasp of Whole-of-Life Cost modelling and its application in customer solutions

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.
• Employee Referral Program- 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

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.

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