At WesTrac, we're made for more of what matters most.

More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you've always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in‑house RTO – 50737, access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we're Made for More.

Plant Mechanic | Field Service – Western NSW

WesTrac is seeking experienced Plant and Heavy Diesel Mechanics to join our Field Service team supporting key customer sites across the Western NSW region, including Cadia, Lake Cowal, Cobar, Tamworth and surrounding areas.

Reporting to the Field Service Supervisor, you will utilise your mechanical expertise to diagnose, service and repair a wide range of Caterpillar equipment in the field. With a strong focus on safety and customer service, you will work independently across multiple sites, ensuring our customers get the most from their machines and experience minimal downtime.

This is an excellent opportunity for technicians who enjoy autonomy, variety, and the lifestyle benefits of a structured roster.

Roster and Remuneration

• Roster: 7 days on / 7 days off

• Shift: 12‑hour day shifts only

• Meals: Provided or reimbursed

• Vehicle: Supplied or reimbursed

• Potential annual earnings: Highly competitive, assessed individually based on skills and experience \*Rates above are a guide only and each candidate will be assessed based on competencies and experience.

Skills & Experience

• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent

• Experience working on Caterpillar equipment

• OEM experience (highly desirable)

• Exposure to SIS or ET (highly desirable)

• Strong diagnostic and repair capability

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work autonomously in the field

• Current driver’s licence

Why WesTrac?

• Competitive base hourly rate + annual remuneration review

• Discounted CAT tooling and merchandise

• Fortnightly pay cycle

• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave (primary carer)

• Fitness Passport for the whole family + discounted Health Insurance

• Income protection covering you 24/7

• Salary Packaging + Novated leases

• Refer a friend program – earn up to $3,000

• Made for More Rewards program with discounts on Airbnb, Ticketek, Apple, Rebel and more

• On‑boarding and welcome day at our head office in Newcastle

Apply Now

If you believe you have 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 NSW Recruitment on 1300 797 028 and reference job number #5470.

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 recognises the value of and strongly supports the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and is committed to continuing to build our workplace culture.