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About the Role

WesTrac is seeking Auto Electricians to join our Rebuilds and New Machines workshops at the Tomago branch.

In this vital role, you’ll work on brand new CAT machine builds and large-scale machine rebuilds. Your responsibilities will include building, repairing, and maintaining heavy mobile plant equipment, diagnosing issues, and performing repairs, maintenance, and installations on various auto electrical systems and components.

You’ll work on CAT machinery such as Off-Highway Trucks (OHTs), Dozers, Graders, and Drills. Join our dynamic team and apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and Troubleshoot Faults
  • Accurately diagnose electrical issues on Caterpillar mining machinery using advanced diagnostic tools such as ET
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults promptly
• Electrical Overhauls
  • Replace OEM and DPO harnesses with precision, ensuring all connections are secure and comply with MDG standards
  • Conduct thorough inspections of harnesses to prevent future electrical issues
  • Repair, and upgrade electrical systems in accordance with OEM and DPO specification
• ​​​​​​​Compliance with MDG Standards
  • Ensure all electrical work meets or exceeds Mining Design Guidelines (MDG) standards
  • Collaborate with WesTrac’s quality assurance guidelines and implement best practices for compliance
• Quality Assurance
  • Maintain high-quality standards in all electrical repair and maintenance tasks
  • Document all work performed and provide detailed handovers and parts lists
• Emphasis on safety
  • Maintain a strong focus on safety protocols to prevent accidents and uphold a safe working environment

Skills & Experience

• Trade qualified Auto Electrician with post trade experience and/or industry experience
• Caterpillar equipment experience and product knowledge desired 
• Experience with Auto Electrical fault finding and diagnostics
• Dedicated to maintaining safe work practices and environment
• Highly organised with the ability to adapt to changing workloads

Benefits

• Job security and serious potential for career advancement
• Competitive remuneration
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Flexi time opt in
• Fitness Passport for the whole family
• Discounted CAT Hand Tools
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Income protection with 24/7 coverage
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to free Caterpillar online machine specific training
• Refer a friend program – work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000!
• Novated leasing options
• Employee Wellness Program & discounted private health insurance
• Start your career right with us- site specific training provided at our state-of-the-art WesTrac Institute

Apply Now

If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact our Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 and quote job number #3649.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check and Medical as part of the recruitment process.

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 recognise the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and are committed to continue to build our workplace culture.