About the Role
Reporting to the Fleet Performance Manager, the Asset Health Manager will lead the development and execution of asset health strategies that enhance equipment availability,, and lifecycle performance for customer fleets.
You will work collaboratively with customers, technical specialists, product support teams, and operational stakeholders to analyse fleet performance condition monitoring data, identify improvement opportunities, and implement proactive maintenance and availability initiatives.
This is more than a traditional asset management position. You'll sit at the intersection of technology, reliability, fleet performance and customer success, leading a team that transforms equipment health data into meaningful operational outcomes.
Working closely with customers, operational leaders and technical experts, you'll influence maintenance strategies, identify emerging risks before they impact production, and help maximise the performance and lifecycle value of some of the largest Caterpillar fleets in Australia.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead WesTrac's Asset Health function, driving proactive fleet performance strategies that improve equipment availability and lifecycle value.
- Analyse condition monitoring, utilisation, and performance data to identify trends, mitigate risk, and optimise customer fleet outcomes.
- Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to develop and execute asset management plans aligned to operational and business objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce unplanned downtime, improve maintenance effectiveness, and maximise asset lifecycle.
- Lead an operational customer focused oil laboratory to identify anomalies that prevent customer fleet
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Asset Health professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
- Deliver strategic recommendations and executive-level reporting on fleet health, leveraging Caterpillar technology and industry best practice.
Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated experience in Asset Health, Reliability Engineering, Condition Monitoring, Fleet Management, Maintenance, Product Support, or a related heavy industry environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of heavy mobile equipment, mining or construction fleets, and associated maintenance and reliability practices.
- Proven ability to interpret equipment health and performance data and translate insights into measurable operational improvements.
- Sound understanding of condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, reliability principles, and asset management frameworks.
- Demonstrated knowledge of scheduled oil sampling laboratory operations.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence customers and cross-functional teams.
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Reliability, Asset Management, or a related discipline.
Why WesTrac?
At WesTrac, we’re Made for More—more opportunity, more growth, and more impact. With a team of over 4,500 people nationally, we’re united by our care for each other, our passion for building a better tomorrow, and our commitment to continual evolution.
We invest heavily in your development, offering access to our in‑house RTO(50737), dedicated learning pathways, and hands‑on experience with the latest Cat® technology and future‑focused capabilities. As one of the world’s largest authorised Cat® dealers, you’ll be part of an industry leader shaping what’s next in mining and construction.
What we offer
- 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. Purchased leave program and RDO options available.
- Health & Wellness – Discounted Health Insurance, 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 & Flexibility through our award-winning WesTrac Institute
- Employee Referral Program - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus for applicable roles
- Additional Perks – Free parking, onsite café, bootcamp and yoga available at certain locations
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 quote job #6010.
Please note: WesTrac may commence shortlisting and interviewing candidates prior to the closing date and reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement earlier if a suitable candidate is appointed. Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check & 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