Help Build the Next Generation of Caterpillar Technical Experts

Are you passionate about Caterpillar products, diagnostics, and helping others develop their technical expertise?

We are seeking a Technical Service Trainer to join our Melbourne-based team and play a critical role in developing the capabilities of Caterpillar dealer technicians, customer technicians, and Caterpillar employees across Australia, Current Zealand, and selected international markets.

As part of a global network of training professionals and technical experts, you will deliver world-class learning experiences that improve technician performance, accelerate problem-solving capability, and support customer success across Caterpillar's diverse product portfolio.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced technician, technical communicator, or training professional who wants to combine their passion for Caterpillar equipment with a rewarding career in learning and development.

About the Role:

As a Technical Service Trainer, you will develop and deliver technical training programs that enable technicians and service professionals to diagnose, maintain, repair, and optimise Caterpillar products and systems.

You will facilitate engaging classroom, workshop, and hands-on learning experiences while partnering with dealers, customers, product groups, and subject matter experts to ensure training remains current, practical, and aligned with industry needs.

Training delivery will primarily support Australia and New Zealand, with opportunities for international travel and collaboration across Caterpillar's global learning network.

What You Will Do:

Training Delivery

Deliver high-quality technical training programs for:





End User Customer Technicians

Technical Support Teams

Emerging and Experienced Service Professionals

Facilitate courses including:

Electronic Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Master Mechanic Programs

Engine Applications and Installation

Engine Emissions Systems

Power Train Systems

Caterpillar Diagnostic Tools and Technologies

Learning Development

Deliver instructor-led classroom, practical and virtual training programs.

Create engaging learning environments that drive knowledge retention and capability development.

Assess learner competency and provide coaching and technical guidance.

Support ongoing improvement of training content, assessments, and learning experiences.

Gather participant feedback and evaluate training effectiveness.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with Caterpillar dealers, customers, engineers, and technical specialists.

Support strategic capability development initiatives across the region.

Promote technical excellence and best practice service methodologies.

Represent Caterpillar's commitment to world-class customer support and technician development.

Your Development Journey

This role offers a structured and extensive development pathway designed to build your expertise as a world-class Caterpillar trainer.

You will receive:





Comprehensive onboarding into Caterpillar learning systems and training methodologies.

Exposure to Caterpillar's industry-leading technical curriculum and learning products.

Mentoring from experienced global training professionals.

Opportunities to co-deliver and ultimately lead advanced technical programs.

Continuous professional development in adult learning, instructional delivery, facilitation, and curriculum design.

As your capability grows, you will have opportunities to expand your expertise across a broad range of Caterpillar industries and product groups, including:

Electric Power Generation

Energy Storage and Power Systems

Oil & Gas Applications

Marine Engines and Propulsion Systems

Connected Technology and Digital Solutions

Emerging Technologies and Sustainable Energy Solutions

About You:

You are a technically capable professional who enjoys sharing knowledge and helping others succeed.

You bring a combination of technical credibility, communication skills, and a genuine passion for developing people.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Significant experience diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar engines, machines, power systems, or related equipment.

Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electronic systems.

Experience working with diesel engines, electronic controls, emissions systems, power train systems, or engine applications.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Strong customer focus and relationship-building capability.

Ability to explain complex technical concepts to a range of experience levels.

Willingness to travel throughout

📌 Technical Service Trainer (City of Hume)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 City of Hume