Reporting to the Area Manager, the Planner/Scheduler plays a critical role in supporting our Component Rebuild Centre (CRC) by effectively scheduling, coordinating, and preparing all work required for Engine rebuilds. You will work closely with Workshop Technicians, other CRCs, Workshop Coordinators, Stores, and external vendors to ensure every job is planned, resourced, and executed safely, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations.
As the central point of reference for rebuild and repair scheduling, you will ensure operational readiness, workflow coordination, resource/ asset utilisation and adherence to forecasted plans across the department. Your work directly contributes to on-time delivery, cost recovery, resource utilisation and customer satisfaction.
Location: South Guilford
Roster: Monday–Friday, 10.5 hrs/day (incl. meal break)
What You’ll Do
- Champion safety, accountability, and WesTrac values across the workshop.
- Plan and schedule engine component rebuilds and repairs to meet operational targets.
- Coordinate labour, tooling, machining, parts, and resources to ensure job readiness.
- Monitor work progress, manage schedule changes, and communicate risks or delays.
- Liaise with workshop teams, stores, and vendors to support efficient job execution.
- Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and work order requirements.
- Lead schedule review meetings and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience
- 2–3 years’ experience in planning / scheduling, workshop coordination, or a similar technical planning role.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, analytical and organisational skills.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to interpret technical information quickly.
- Proficiency with planning tools, MS Office, and systems such as DBS, WPS, Cognos, Concur, ServiceLink, and MS Project/Visio.
- Desirable: Caterpillar product knowledge, and experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., CPS).
Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:
- 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.
- Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, 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 & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
- Employee Referral Program– Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
- Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity
Our Company & Commitment
With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.
At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.
Reference Number: 6305
