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Leading Hand Plant Mechanic – Mt Thorley

WesTrac is seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our Mt Thorley Rebuilds Workshop.

Our Rebuilds Workshop is responsible for completing machine overhauls and repairs on open-cut mining equipment for some of our biggest customers throughout NSW. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, our Leading Hand will assist in supporting our team with productivity, efficiency, and job quality to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence and a key focus on safety, this role will see you utilising your experience to provide our team with mechanical and technical support.

There has never been a better time to join the team at WesTrac!
 

Roster & Remuneration

• Monday to Friday - 2 weeks day, 2 weeks nights
• Up to 43% allowances applied on all hours worked
• Potential earnings up to $217,000

*Above rates are a guide only – each candidate will be assessed on their experience
Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide coordination and leadership to a team of technicians
• Ensuring that work orders are completed on time and to a high standard
• Complete machine repairs to Caterpillar quality standards
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment
• Coordinating the team’s activities to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction and best practice standards, ensuring all company, quality assurance and legal requirement are adhered to
• Accurately diagnose faults and assist with repairs

Skills & Experience 

• Australian recognised Mechanical trade with machine overhaul experience 
• Leadership experience with the ability to build a cohesive team
• Demonstrated ability to delegate tasks and organise teams 
• Familiarity with Caterpillar equipment (highly desired) 
• Strong commitment to meeting customer requirements 
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills and a strong commitment to service excellence  
• Excellent attitude to your work, and dedication to safe work practice 
• Solutions focused mindset and ability to adapt to changing requirements  
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills 

Why WesTrac?

• Competitive base hourly rate + annual remuneration review
• Salary Packaging + Novated leases
• Relocation Assistance Available for eligible candidates
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave (primary carer)
• Fitness Passport for the whole family
• Wellness Program & discounted Health Insurance
• Further Education Assistance Program
• Income protection covering you 24/7
• Refer a friend program - work alongside your mates and earn up to $10,000 for each successful referral!
• Development pathways to field service or leadership roles
• Flexi time opt in - additional leave purchasing available
• Discounts with Blackwoods, Apple, JB Hi-Fi, Qantas, Travel Club 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 a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Kate on 1300 797 028 and quote req 2061.