WesTrac is an equipment solutions company and one of the world's leading Caterpillar Dealerships with a rich history of supporting thousands of customers across the mining and construction industries in Australia. 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.

Based in Narngulu for the last 30 years the Geraldton workshop has a team of 20+ employees providing support to the local Caterpillar Brand, diverse range of task to keep you engaged with your career from Full Life Machine Rebuild, Component Overhaul inclusive of C18 Engines, Grader Transmissions & Axle Groups for the state, Warranty repairs, Troubleshooting, Service & Maintenance of Cat Equipment & some local field support for local Customers, modern day fully equipped workshop with 2 Overhead Cranes, dedicated component overhaul bays with automated parts washers, modern wash pad facility designed with Caterpillar Contamination Control guidelines.

Benefit from our inhouse training facility in Guildford at the WesTrac Institute to sharpen & develop your career as a Dealer Technician with specialist product training on new models & new age of electrification.

You will have touch points for all things Cat from small BCON machines to the Larger Mining Equipment, Road Transport C15 Engines, Power Generation & the Marine Engine product line.

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic is responsible in carrying out regular maintenance schedules and repairs on Caterpillar products in the workshop.

Tasks will include but not limited to repairs, servicing and managing work orders to extend the life cycle of the machines in a supportive work environment. Your technical skills will also involve implementing product improvement plans and product support programs whilst operating to safe work practices in a collaborative manner.

Location: Residential - Geraldton 

Roster Options: 9/5 or 9/4/5/3 - 10 hour days with option for overtime.

To be successful the following is required:

•    Australian recognised Heavy Mobile Plant Trade Certificate or equivalent.
•    Demonstrated ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines.
•    Work well within a team environment.
•    Have a strong passion for quality of work & continuous improvement principles.
•    Previous mechanical experience working on Caterpillar products desirable but not essential.
•    Be well aligned and exhibit WesTrac’s SPARC values of Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect 

          and Customer.

What we offer:

•    Family-friendly Geraldton-based rostered work – be home every night.
•    Location allowance, overtime available with penalty rates.
•    Job security with a consistent pipeline of work.
•    Unrivalled training and development opportunities via The WesTrac Institute in Perth.
•    Enjoyable team environment and inclusive work culture.
•    Paid parental leave, discounted health insurance, income protection insurance and more.

If you are interested in taking your career to the next level with WesTrac click the ‘Apply' button today!

Relocation and Visa sponsorship assistance for candidates on the skilled occupation list may be available to candidates in Australia and Overseas, dependent on the role.

WesTrac Pty Ltd is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality

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