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Machine Control and Guidance Technician

Posted Date:  27 Mar 2025
Location: 

Perth Precinct, WA, AU

Reporting to our Technology Supervisors, as a Machine Control Guidance Technician, you’ll be at the forefront of installing and supporting MineStar Technology products.

 

Successful candidates will receive comprehensive on-the-job training at our WesTrac Facilities during the initial onboarding period. Once competencies are achieved, you will have the opportunity to explore various Perth Metro and regional locations tailored to operational needs.

 

With industry-leading training, clear progression routes, and a supportive team that values innovation, this is a great opportunity to become a subject matter expert on a cutting-edge suite of mining technology solutions.

 

Roster: 4:3 Monday-Thursday, 10-hour days inclusive of lunch break for the onboarding period.

5:2, 8:6, 7:7, 4:3 after the onboarding period subject to the operational needs of the business.

 

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Install harnessing and guidance components on equipment.
  • Configure radios, GPS antennas, cameras, routers and screens.
  • Commissioning guidance and detection systems.
  • Liaise with clients about the performance of Minestar products. Maintain and upkeep Minestar products to clients needs.

 

Skills & Experience:

  • C Class manual driver’s licence
  • Proficiency in both technical and administrative documentation
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Positive attitude, ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.

 

 

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.  
  • Recommend & Spend – 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: 3875

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we’re focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success.

WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognises the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and we are committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality.

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