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.

About the role

WesTrac is seeking a Field Service Plant Mechanic to join our team and support our New Machines Workshop in delivering, commissioning, and handing over New Machines. As a Field Service Plant Mechanic, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our mining customers across NSW, ensuring a seamless delivery and handover process for all machines.

Reporting to the New Machines Branch Manager, this role will see you utilising your product knowledge and advanced diagnostic skills to offer high-end support to our customers with service and breakdown solutions.

As a Field Service Plant Mechanic, you will play a vital role in ensuring customer satisfaction and the successful implementation of CAT machinery in the mining industry. As a successful applicant, you will play a vital role in the construction of a large range of CAT assets from 301.8 excavators, fleet of Off-Highway Truck (OHTs) fleets, and Dozers. Your extensive technical skills and expertise will be utilised to ensure the highest level of workmanship in a safety-conscious environment.

Roster and Remuneration!

• Tuesday to Friday - (48-hour week)
• Roster Pattern: 4D3O - 12.5 hours shifts
• Day Shift: 06:00AM to 18:30PM
• FROM $127k + Super

*Rates above are a guide only and each candidate will be assessed based on competencies and experience*

Skills & Experience

• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent
• Familiar with Caterpillar Equipment
• OEM Experience (highly desirable)
• Exposure to SIS or ET (highly desirable)
• Excellent diagnostic and repair skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders to ensure deliveries are made on time and to customer standard
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously in the field and in a team
• Current Licence

Why Join WesTrac?

As one of the World's leading Caterpillar dealers, WesTrac services a broad range of customers across NSW, ACT & WA. Our ongoing success is attributed to the individuals that make up our teams, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package and pride ourselves on our Safe, Engaged, and Customer Focused Culture. As a WesTrac team member, you will receive:

• Job security and serious potential for career advancement
• Competitive remuneration
• Fitness Passport for the whole family
• Annual Remuneration and performance review
• Discounted CAT Hand Tools
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Income protection with 24/7 coverage
• 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Online Learning Library to support your continued development
• Refer a friend program – work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000!
• Novated leasing options
• Purchased Leave program
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Employee Wellness Program
• Discounted private health insurance
• On-boarding and welcome day at our head office in Newcastle

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 NSW Recruitment on 1300 797 028 and reference job number #3670.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check & Order 43 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.