Plant Mechanic - Leading Hand - Newman

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering 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.

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Leading Hand Plant Mechanic will join our Regional Team on a Residential or FIFO basis at our Newman branch. This role involves leading and motivating a crew of up to 10 employees. You will promote and encourage high safety standards and a positive, can-do attitude. Additionally, you will assist in training team members and work alongside them, while managing and handling high-volume work efficiently.

Department Overview: Newman Branch look after the East Pilbara, from small construction equipment to large mining machines.

Roster: 14 On, 7 Off – Days – 12 hrs/day

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and motivate a crew of up to 10 employees
• Promote and encourage high safety standards and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Assist in training team members and work alongside them.
• Manage and handle high-volume work efficiently.

Skills & Experience:

• Australian Recognised Trade Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
• Exposure to mining, construction equipment, or other industrial areas such as agriculture, highway trucks, or hire equipment.
• Experience with CAT equipment
• Team leadership experience with a strong emphasis on safety.
• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.
• Strong understanding of KPI metrics

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Financial Benefits – 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.
• 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 & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.  
• Recommend & Spend – 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 opportunity.  

Relocation and Visa sponsorship assistance for candidates on the skilled occupation list may be available to candidates in Australia and Overseas, dependant on the role.

Reference Number: 3915