2027 Caterpillar Technician Academy – Women in Trades Program
Start a long-term technical career through WesTrac’s 2027 Women in Trades Program. You’ll be paid to learn, gain hands-on experience with Caterpillar machinery and develop the skills needed to progress into a permanent full-time Technician role.
About the Program
Over 17 weeks, you'll blend classroom learning with hands-on training across WesTrac's Component Rebuild Centre (CRC), Flexi Parts and New Mining Machines operations. You'll gain real-world experience working on Caterpillar equipment while exploring multiple technician career pathways within our business.
What you will do:
- Assisting in the assembly of new Caterpillar mining and heavy earthmoving equipment.
- Learning how Caterpillar engines, transmissions, hydraulics and other major components are dismantled, inspected, rebuilt and tested.
- Using workshop tooling, lifting equipment and specialist Caterpillar tooling safely and effectively.
- Applying contamination control, quality assurance and safe work practices.
- Gaining recognised certifications in safety, contamination control and dogging.
Program Start Date and Roster
- Commencement: Monday 8th March 2027
- During the 17-week program: Monday to Friday, 8-hour day shifts
- After the program: Monday to Friday, 10-hour shifts, rotating between day and night shift rosters
You will earn a competitive wage throughout the program, with an increase upon transitioning into your permanent Technician role.
What you’ll bring:
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- An interest in hands-on work and problem-solving.
- A strong commitment to safety and following instructions.
- Pride in your work and the ability to contribute to a team.
- Alignment with WesTrac’s values.
- You must be at least 18 years old by the program commencement date.
What’s in it for you:
- Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carer's 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 & Flexibility 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, offers 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.
Ready to get started? Apply now to join WesTrac’s 2027 Women in Trades Program.