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.

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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.

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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 prospect.

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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? to join WesTrac’s 2027 Women in Trades Program.

📌 2027 Caterpillar Technician Academy - Women in Trades Program (Guildford)
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📍 Guildford