Workshop Supervisor – Mt Thorley

Ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Workshop Supervisor to join our Mt Thorley team!

Our workshop is dedicated to repairing and maintaining Caterpillar equipment to keep our customer’s machines performing at their best. This role will see you leveraging your mechanical expertise to drive smooth workshop operations, lead a skilled team of tradespeople, and play a key part in shaping our growth and expanding our teams’ capabilities

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to step into a leadership role or seeking a fresh challenge. One of the standout benefits? A structured Monday to Friday roster, day shift only - giving you work-life balance while still making a big impact. Step away from the tools and into a role where you’ll drive efficiency, safety, and team success!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of tradespeople, ensuring work is allocated to meet project timelines.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and performance.
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with reporting processes.
• Provide guidance and technical advice to avoid delays and maintain quality standards.
• Manage work orders effectively to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and service providers.
• Oversee labour allocation for internal employees and contractors to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with the Area Manager to drive team growth and workshop capability.

Skills & Experience

• Mechanical or Auto Electrical trade qualification with significant post-trade experience (Australian recognised)
• Experience with mobile plant maintenance essential
• Experience in component rebuilds highly regarded
• Strong Computer Literacy Skills (including MS Office Suite, SAP)
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise fluctuating workloads and delegate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to coach team members for high performance
• Values based approach to leadership with a demonstrated commitment to safety
• Experience with CAT SIS desirable

Why WesTrac?

• Site specific allowances
• Fitness Passport for the whole family
• Competitive remuneration, annual remuneration and performance reviews
• Discounted CAT Hand Tools
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Income protection with 24/7 coverage
• 12 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)
• Online Learning Library to support your continued development
• Refer a friend program – work alongside your mates and receive up to $3,000
• Novated leasing options
• Purchased Leave program
• Opportunities for growth and development - further Education Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Discounted private health insurance
• 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 cover letter and resume for consideration via the link. Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.

For further information regarding this role, please contact our Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028.

Please note: The Talent Acquisition Team will be on annual leave from Friday 19th December 2025, returning Monday 12th January 2026. During this time, recruitment activities will be paused, and applications will not be reviewed. Any applications submitted during this period will be assessed once the team returns in January.