Join WesTrac's workshop at our Perth Branch as a Plant Mechanic, working with industry‑leading Cat® equipment across a wide range of machine sizes. This full‑time workshop role offers variety in your day‑to‑day work, and the opportunity to build a long‑term career with a global brand that genuinely invests in its people.

Department Overview The Aftersales Service team is at the core of WesTrac's Perth Branch Operations success. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you'll work in a up-to-date, well‑equipped workshop alongside other technicians within a supportive, safety‑first environment. Strong systems, quality leadership and access to industry‑leading training through the WesTrac Institute ensure you're set up to succeed.

Roster

Monday to Friday | 5/2 Roster | 10 hrs/day | 2 weeks Days, 1 week Nights

What You'll Do

- Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair Caterpillar and associated construction equipment.
- Carry out warranty repairs in line with Caterpillar and WesTrac standards.
- Complete servicing, inspections and repairs on used equipment.
- Build and prepare customer machines, including the installation of accessories and attachments.
- Perform component rebuilds on engines, transmissions, cylinders and other major assemblies.
- Undertake machine rebuilds ranging from compact construction equipment through to larger earthmoving machines.
- Maintain high standards of safety, quality and efficiency in all workshop activities.

Responsibilities / About the Role You'll be a key contributor within the workshop, working across a wide variety of Caterpillar construction equipment including skid steers, compact track loaders, mini excavators, excavators, wheel loaders and dozers. No two days are the same, with work ranging from warranty repairs, servicing and inspections, customer machine builds and accessory installations, through to component and full machine rebuilds.

Skills & Experience

- Trade-qualified Mobile Plant Mechanic




- Hands-on experience on heavy construction equipment
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship and punctuality
- Open to ongoing development and aligned to WesTrac SPARC values (Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect and Customer).

Qualifications / Tickets:

- Cert III in Mobile Plant Technology (or equivalent Plant Mechanic trade)
- LF High Risk Licence
- DG Licence
- (Air Conditioning Licence - desirable)

Growth & Development With strong performance, opportunities exist to progress into Field Service, leadership roles, or to work across different WesTrac branches and departments.

Our Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & more than 600 retail discounts including Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.

Health & Wellness - Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport access to gyms across Australia & EAP support for 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 - Referral bonuses up to $10,000 for eligible roles.

Additional Perks - Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunities.

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 people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. WesTrac is a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality.

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