About the Opportunity

Join WesTrac as an Operator Trainer based from Dubbo, Bathurst or Tamworth NSW, you'll play a key role in developing the skills and capability of our customers and owner operators across a range of Caterpillar and allied equipment. Drawing on your operational expertise, you will deliver engaging training programs that focus on equipment performance, safe operating practices, machine technology and techniques that improve productivity and operational efficiency.

Working closely with customers across mining, quarrying, construction and other heavy industry sectors, you will build strong relationships while conducting training, assessments and onsite coaching. This is a hands-on role that offers variety, autonomy and regular travel throughout regional NSW, supporting operators to maximise equipment performance and return on investment. As a Caterpillar dealer you will have access to certification and training materials that isn't available to anyone else.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver engaging operator training programs across classroom, practical and onsite environments.

- Conduct operator assessments and competency evaluations in line with company and industry requirements.

- Demonstrate equipment capability, machine technology and best-practice operating techniques.

- Develop, review and continuously improve training materials and course content.

- Build strong relationships with customers and key site stakeholders to support training outcomes.

- Promote safe work practices, maintain training records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

Skills and Experience

- Extensive experience operating Caterpillar and/or other heavy mobile equipment.





- Previous experience as a Trainer, Assessor, Operator Trainer or in a site-based training role.

- Proven capability in developing and delivering training programs and learning materials.

- Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence operational behaviours.

- High levels of organisation, safety focus and willingness to travel throughout NSW.

- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent) and a relevant Certificate III qualification. (desirable but not essential)

Experience within mining, quarrying, civil construction or agricultural equipment environments will be highly regarded.

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 Perks - 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

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 ***

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.

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