Reporting to the Area Manager – CRC Power Train, the Workshop Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight, leadership, support, and mentoring of the Final Drive Workshop, ensuring a high level of safety focus through actions that support a zero-harm culture. This role will be offered on a Full-Time basis

Roster:  Monday - Friday roster working 10hr shifts and 1 Saturday per quarter

Location: Guildford, WA

What you’ll do:

• Lead and supervise a diverse team, including Trade Assistants, Technicians, Plant Mechanics, and Apprentices.
• Oversee daily workshop operations, including execution of component builds within the CRC to CAT specifications.
• Take ownership of assembly processes for Final Drives & Differential products, ensuring timely execution, quality, and accurate job closure.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and implement improvement plans.
• Coach and develop staff through hands-on training and upskilling opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other workshop supervisors to optimise processes and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Drive cost control, efficiency improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture that promotes collaboration and growth.
• Monitor safety performance and champion positive safety behaviours across the team.

Skills and Experience: 

• Extensive experience in Mechanical Leadership position (Desirable)
• Caterpillar Systems, Parts and Product knowledge (Desirable)
• Time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Have the demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team & collaborate well with others.
• Technical trade qualification: Not mandatory, but advantageous
• Business acumen: Awareness of cost control and efficiency drivers is highly valued
• Coachability: A willingness to learn and grow — we’ll support you to build deeper commercial and operational knowledge
• Skilled in developing and implementing standardised processes to enhance efficiency and consistency.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on root cause analysis and sustainable 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.

Reference Number : 4974