Plant Mechanic

Posted Date:  15 Dec 2025
Location: 

Tomago, NSW, AU

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

As part of our continued growth, WesTrac is seeking experienced Mechanics to join our Component Rebuild Centre (CRC) in Tomago. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, this role within our CRC Branch offers the opportunity to work on engines, powertrains, or final drives from a diverse range of Caterpillar machines.

Whether it’s Dozers, Off-Highway Trucks, or other equipment, you’ll be part of a team of skilled mechanics. This role provides exposure to component maintenance, rebuilds, and the chance to receive specialised training on the job.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in the assembly and disassembly of engines, powertrains, and final drives
  • Contribute to maintenance tasks and servicing procedures
  • Ensure a safe work environment, prioritise customer satisfaction, and maintain high technician productivity
  • Work effectively within a high-performing team to meet deadlines and achieve goals

Roster and Remuneration

  • Monday - Friday roster
  • 1 week of 5 Days on, 2 Days off followed by 1 week of 5 Nights on, 2 Nights off
  • Rates from $48.45 + $72.68 OT + Super

Skills & Experience

  • Hold an Australian-recognised mechanical trade qualification
  • Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices
  • Familiarity with component change-outs and engine assembly is advantageous
  • Experience with Caterpillar surface mining equipment (desirable)
  • Solutions focused mindset and ability to adapt to changing requirements
  • Collaborative and able to work well within a team
  • High Risk Work Licenses for Forklift and Dogging is desirable
  • Unrestricted Driver’s License

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:

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Flexi Time opt in – accrue additional days off
  • Annual Remuneration and performance review
  • Uniforms laundered on site
  • Refer a Friend Program – work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000!
  • Salary Packaging & Novated Leases
  • Discounted CAT Hand Tools
  • Fitness Passport for the whole family
  • Income protection with 24/7 coverage + 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Opportunities for progression with pathways to field services, sales and leadership roles
  • Dealership network with opportunities for short term or permanent transfers

 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 reference job number 5067.

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

Please note: The Talent Acquisition Team will be on annual leave from Friday 19th December 2025, returning Monday 12th January 2026. During this time, recruitment activities will be paused, and applications will not be reviewed. Any applications submitted during this period will be assessed once the team returns in January.

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.