Reporting into the Contract Supervisor, the Leading Hand Plant Mechanic will join our Murrin Murrin branch on a full-time permanent basis located in the Goldfields. Your responsibilities will involve the hands-on supervision of a crew of 13 Trades as well as carrying out mechanical repairs and maintenance to equipment enrolled within the contract.

You will assist to provide Equipment Management solutions to WesTrac's customer while also ensuring work is completed in a collaborative, team environment with a strong focus on safety.

The Murrin Murrin branch provides top-tier machinery solutions and support that cater to the evolving needs of the mining industry. Our expert team is focused on delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient Caterpillar equipment to maximize productivity and ensure operational safety.

FIFO Roster: 
7 days, 7 nights, 7 off – 12.5 hrs each day (inclusive of 30 mins unpaid break)

What You’ll Do: 
•     Lead and motivate a team of mechanics and apprentices 
•     Promote and encourage high safety and quality standards
•     Assist in training and developing team members
•     Handle high volume work efficiently
•     Implement product improvement plan.
 
Skills & Experience: 
•     Mobile Plant, Heavy Diesel or Auto Electrician Trade Qualification with post trade      
      experience.
•     Previous experience in a leadership or Leading Hand position desirable.
•     Certificate of Statutory Supervisor.
•     Understanding of Caterpillar Equipment and CAT Warranty Process.
•     AMT, SIS, ET, DBS knowledge for daily work order control and management.
•     Strong mechanical skills including fault finding and diagnostic.
•     Ability to provide positive leadership, manage people & resolve conflict.
•     Be well aligned and exhibit WesTrac’s SPARC values of Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect  
      and Customer.

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, 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.
•     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. 

Reference Number: 5651