Job Description

In this leadership role, you'll work across a wide range of civil & small construction CAT equipment, including:

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- Skid steers

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- Mini excavators (CAT 301.5 and up)

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- Compact loaders

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The job is a mix of 50% hands-on mechanical work and 50% computer-based tasks, including diagnostics, work orders, job planning and team coordination.

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You will make sure every machine is repaired, serviced and returned to customers at the highest standard.

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Roster & Pay

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- Days: 05:30am-16:00pm

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- Nights: 15:00pm-1:30am

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- OTE from $148k (rates pending skills and experience)

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What You'll Do

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- Lead, mentor and coordinate a team of skilled technicians.

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- Maintain high standards of safety, quality, efficiency & customer service.

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- Support advanced fault diagnosis and hands-on repair work.

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- Drive team performance through best practice and compliance.

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- Champion a clean, protected and productive workshop environment.

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Why Wes Trac?

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- Strong job security with long-term career pathways into diagnostics, specialist roles, and field service.

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- Flexitime options + additional leave purchase options.

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- Fitness Passport (family included).

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- 12 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer).

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- Income protection (24/7 coverage).

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- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

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- Refer a Mate bonus – earn up to $3,000 for EACH referral!

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- Employee wellness, retail, and travel discounts.

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What You'll need

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- Cert III Mobile Plant or Cert III Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Tech

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- Proven leadership capability (formal or informal)

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- Strong diagnostic and repair experience

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- Experience with CAT machinery (advantageous)

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- Safety-first mindset and strong communication skills

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

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If you bring strong mechanical know-how - especially with Caterpillar gear you'll make an immediate impact and thrive in an environment built on skill, teamwork, and industry-leading equipment.

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Apply now with your resume and cover letter or contact our Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 quoting job number #5983.

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Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check and a Pre-Employment Medical as part of the Recruitment Process.

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📌 Operations Team Lead (Newcastle)
🏢 WesTrac Cat
📍 Newcastle