Join WesTrac's New Machines Construction team at Perth Airport as a Plant Mechanic, working with industry-leading Cat® construction equipment. This workshop-based role offers variety, ongoing technical development and the opportunity to build a long-term career with one of the world's leading Caterpillar dealerships.
Department Overview
Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you'll join a supportive and safety-focused team responsible for completing dealer-installed options, customer-requested modifications, diagnostic troubleshooting and warranty repairs on Caterpillar construction equipment. Working within a modern workshop environment, you'll be supported by experienced leaders and have access to ongoing training and development through the award-winning WesTrac Institute.
Roster
8 Days On, 6 Days Off | Day Shift Only | 12 Hours Per Day
Enjoy a Perth-based roster that allows you to be home every night while working on some of the industry's leading equipment.
What You'll Do
- Complete dealer-installed options and customer-requested modifications on CAT construction equipment – Skidsteers, Mini Excavators, Graders, Dozers & Loaders.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
- Carry out warranty repairs and product improvement programs.
- Conduct machine testing, calibrations and pre-delivery inspections.
- Complete service reports and maintain accurate documentation.
- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Skills & Experience
- Australian-recognised Heavy Mobile Plant, Mobile Plant Mechanic or Heavy Vehicle Trade Certificate.
- 3+ years' post-trade experience working on CAT construction equipment.
- Experience on BCP machinery range is ideal
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and diagrams.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship and customer service.
- Alignment with WesTrac's SPARC Values of Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect and Customer.
Growth & Development
With strong performance, opportunities exist to progress into specialist technical positions, Field Service or leadership roles. Ongoing training and development is available through the award-winning WesTrac Institute, helping you build a long-term career with WesTrac.
Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave
- Salary Sacrificing and Novated Leasing
- Income Protection Insurance
- Access to hundreds of retail discounts
- BUPA discounts and Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
- Internal career progression opportunities
- Ongoing training through the WesTrac Institute
- Recognition through our Made for More program
- Employee Referral Program incentives
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Emergency Services Leave and Defence Force Reserves Leave
- Job security with a strong pipeline of work
Our Company & Commitment
With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, providing leading mining and construction equipment and management solutions.
At WesTrac, we reflect the communities we serve and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe to be their authentic self. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
WesTrac is a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality.
Relocation and visa sponsorship assistance may be available for suitable candidates, subject to eligibility and business requirements.
