The Opportunity

• Potential earnings $130,000 - $160,000+ super *guide only
• Lifestyle Roster | Rotating day and night shifts
• 2 Days, 3 Nights, 4 Off, 3 Days, 2 Nights, 5 Off, 2 Days, 2 Nights, 5 Off
• Day Shift: 5:45am-6:15pm, Night Shift: 5:45pm- 6:15am (12.5hrs)

WesTrac has an opportunity for an experienced Automotive Electrician to widen their skills onto mining machinery, working onsite at Ravensworth coal mine. An ordinary day in this role will see you inspecting and diagnosing electrical issues, troubleshooting problems, and conducting necessary repairs to ensure optimal performance and reliability of on Caterpillar 797F Mining Trucks.

This is an excellent opportunity for those from an automotive electrical background in highway trucks or quarry equipment to transition their skills into large machines in the mining sector. Join the WesTrac legacy, and level up under the guidance of one of Australia's premier CAT Dealerships. 

Why make the change to mining?

• No travel, all work based onsite at Ravensworth
• No call outs, structured work days  
• Set shifts, know what to expect of your roster each week
• Work alongside a large team who love what they do

Please Note: We are additionally welcoming dual trade applicants, who are quailed in Electrical Technology and Plant Mechanics. This role can facilitate diversity to utilise your full scope of skills across both trades. 

Desired Skills & Experience

• Cert III Automotive Electrical Technology (Australian recognised trade essential + COP)
• Transferable heavy machinery skills | mining, highway trucks or quarry equipment
• Experience working autonomously, exposure to field service advantageous
• Safety first mentality, and a commitment to product and service excellence

What's in it for you?

• Competitive base hourly rate + annual remuneration review
• Performance based bonuses
• Relocation support for eligible candidates
• Discounted CAT tooling and merchandise
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Fitness Passport for the whole family + discounted Health Insurance
• Income protection covering you 24/7
• Salary Packaging + Novated leases
• Refer a friend program - refer a friend and earn up to $10,000
• Made for More Rewards programs with discounts on Airbnb, Ticketek, Apple, Rebel and more!

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 further information regarding this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 and quote job number #360. Successful applicants will be required to complete a national Criminal History Check and Order 43 Coal Board Medical as part of the recruitment process.

At WesTrac, we're made for more of what matters most. More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you've always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in house RTO - 50737, access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we're Made for More.