Reporting to the Field Service Supervisors, the Field Service Plant Mechanic will assist in the diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing of Caterpillar products. Your responsibility will involve visiting customer sites throughout the Karratha Region, carrying out repairs, maintenance and servicing and managing work orders. You will be required to carry out product improvement plans and product support programs whilst maintaining and operating in a safe work environment.  

Westrac Karratha is an authorised Caterpillar dealership where you can find a wide range of Cat products, parts, services and technologies. Our Karratha team provide Cat machinery solutions to suit any earthmoving business, including both new and used equipment sales, heavy equipment rental, as well as parts, servicing, and merchandise.

Location: Karratha Region

Residential Roster: 
       10/4 (10 days on, 4 off) 10 hrs each day, plus 30 mins break 
       Housing package maybe offered for a suitable applicant to relocate.
 
What you’ll do:
•      Perform scheduled maintenance, servicing, and inspections of mobile mining, earthmoving and   
       ancillary plant equipment.
•      Perform diagnostics and fault-finding procedures using the latest in CAT diagnostic  
       technology.
•      Interpret machine data and maintain efficiency on all repairs.
•      Implementation of systems upgrades 
•      Carry out product improvement plans and product support programs 
•      Strive to uphold Westrac’s SPARC values & Lifesaving Rules to ensure a positive and safe   
       work environment.

Skills & Experience:
•      Australian recognised Heavy Mobile Plant Trade Certificate with similar post trade    
       experience
•      Valid Australian Driver’s License and LR license (as a minimum) is essential
•      High Risk Work Licence - (i.e. LF, DG, WP, WAH)
•      Refrigerant Handling License (Preferred but not essential) 
•      Proficient at diagnostic and fault-finding skills through CAT SIS & CAT ET
•      Strong commitment to continuous improvement principles
•      Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in an isolated and remote environment

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to: 
•      Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, 
       Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance. 
•      Retail Discounts - More than 600 retail discounts, such as, Coles, Pet Barn, 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.
•      Career Development -Training & Flexibility through our award-winning WesTrac Institute. 
•      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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