Plant Mechanic Leading Hand

WesTrac Flexi Parts & Mining Services
Internal Opportunity

Advance Your Leadership Career with WesTrac

Take the next step in your career with WesTrac Flexi Parts & Mining Services, joining a high‑performing, diverse team that supports world‑class Caterpillar operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a trade‑qualified Plant Mechanic to step into a Leading Hand / emerging leadership role, gaining exposure to people leadership, planning, and continuous improvement.

At WesTrac, you’ll be supported by industry‑leading systems, strong leadership, and award‑winning training through the WesTrac Institute, helping you build a long‑term career with clear progression pathways.

Location: Perth Airport (Residential)
Department: Flexi Cooling Services
Roster: 5 days on, 2 days off | Day shift | 10 hours per day
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Department – Flexi Parts & Mining Services

Flexi Parts & Mining Services specialises in powertrain overhauls, machine dismantling and rebuilds, radiator overhauling services, and undercarriage repairs. The department is focused on delivering high‑quality service and support, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of heavy equipment for customers across mining and construction.

This role sits within the Flexi Cooling Services team, based at the Perth Airport workshop, supporting critical radiator exchange and overhaul operations.

The team is diverse, supportive, and high‑trust, with a strong focus on safety, accountability, collaboration, and results. Continuous improvement and strong workshop execution are key priorities, with experienced leaders providing mentoring, shadowing, and development support to help you succeed in your leadership journey.

About the Role

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Leading Hand Plant Mechanic supports the day‑to‑day coordination of the workshop floor while leading the Flexi Cooling Services team to success.

The role plays a key leadership function within WesTrac’s Radiator Exchange Program, centred on the overhaul of 793F Radiators, ensuring delivery dates, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met.

This is not a predominantly hands‑on role. While a strong trade background is essential, the primary focus is on job control, planning, systems, safety leadership, and supporting people to perform at their best. There may be occasional opportunities to return to the tools when operationally required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Flexi Cooling Services team
• Coordinate daily workflow, job control, and planning activities
• Ensure delivery dates and operational deadlines are achieved
• Support and oversee radiator overhaul operations, including the 793F exchange program
• Maintain optimum safety and efficiency throughout the overhaul process
• Use Smart Sheet / CIS systems for work planning and parts ordering
• Champion safety leadership, including stopping unsafe work
• Coach and support a diverse trades workforce
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives on the workshop floor
• Act in a leadership capacity during Supervisor leave periods

About You

You are a motivated, safety‑focused trade professional who enjoys supporting others and improving how work gets done. You are comfortable managing competing priorities and leading in a fast‑paced operational environment.

You will bring:

• Australian‑recognised Mobile Plant Trade Certificate
• A growth mindset with a genuine interest in leadership and developing others
• Solid trade background within a workshop setting
• Strong planning, coordination, and organisational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure with a strong safety focus
• Good computer skills, including confidence using job control systems and Microsoft programs
• Strong communication, time management, and punctuality
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team
• A safety‑first mindset aligned with WesTrac’s SPARC values: 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, 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.
• Employee Referral Program – 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. 

Are you made for more and ready to take the next step in your WesTrac Career? Apply Now!
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