Plant Mechanic

2 weeks ago

KalgoorlieBoulder, Australia WesTrac Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Posted Date: 22 Aug 2025

Location:Kalgoorlie, WA, AU

Are you ready to take on an exciting opportunity in the heart of the Goldfields?

As a Plant Mechanic at Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM), one of Australia's largest open-pit gold mines, is a world-class asset where you'll be part of a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and repairing Caterpillar machines. This is your chance to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge equipment

WesTrac KCGM, in partnership with Northern Star, is dedicated to maintaining a large fleet of machines through scheduled servicing, planned shutdowns, and minor in-pit repairs to ensure Northern Star mining operations run as smoothly as possible, as our onsite team excels in mobile workshop and on-site repairs.

Your Residential Roster:

  • 7 Days (day shift), 3 Days RDO, 7 Days (night shift), 4 Days RDO
  • 12 hours per day (including a 30-minute meal break)
  • Perth FIFO options are available but limited - roster 2/1

Relocation to Kalgoorlie is available for candidates and their families.

What You'll Do:

  • Perform scheduled and daily maintenance, servicing, and inspections of mobile mining, earthmoving and ancillary plant equipment.
  • Maintain accurate lubricant records and machine hours for each piece of equipment.
  • Support WesTrac and the customer by following the maintenance process safely and efficiently.
  • Report faults/defects and complete service reports using CAT Inspect.
  • Operate forklifts.
  • Implement product improvement plans.

What You'll Need:

  • Australian Driver's Licence (Light Rigid or Medium Rigid).
  • Australian-recognised Heavy Mobile Plant trade certificate with post-trade experience.
  • High-risk Work Licence (Forklift, Dogging, Rigging, Working at Heights, Confined Spaces).
  • Strong computer literacy with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in maintenance servicing heavy equipment (mobile plant/ancillary).
  • Excellent customer service and safety-focused mindset.
  • Confidence to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team.

What we offer:

  • Financial Benefits: Paid Parental Leave, Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance.
  • Retail Discounts: Over 600 discounts at places like Coles, Pet Barn, Virgin, HOYTS, and Crown.
  • Health & Wellness: Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport access to multiple gyms across Australia, and EAP support for you and your immediate family.
  • Company Culture: Personal and Team Recognition through "Made for More awards" program.
  • Career Development: Through our award-winning WesTrac Institute and our Internal Career Progression.
  • Employee Referral Program: Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
  • Additional Perks: Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave, and Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunities.

Ready to join a team that values your skills and offers fantastic benefits? and become a part of our WesTrac KCGM family

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.

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