Plant Mechanic - Leading Hand

Posted Date: 7 Jul 2026 Location: About the role In this leadership role, you’ll work across a wide range of civil & small construction CAT equipment , including: Skid steers Mini excavators (CAT 301.5 and up) Compact loaders Small construction & civil machinery The job is a mix of 50% hands-on mechanical work and 50% computer-based tasks , including diagnostics, work orders, job planning and team coordination. You will make sure every machine is repaired, serviced and returned to customers at the highest standard. Roster & Pay 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights rotating roster (Mon–Fri) Days: 05:30am–16:00pm Nights: 15:00pm–1:30am OTE from $148k (rates pending skills and experience) What You’ll Do Lead, mentor and coordinate a team of skilled technicians. Maintain high standards of safety, quality, efficiency & customer service. Support advanced fault diagnosis and hands-on repair work. Drive team performance through best practice and compliance. Champion a clean, safe and productive workshop environment. Why WesTrac? Strong job security with long-term career pathways into diagnostics, specialist roles, and field service. Flexitime options + additional leave purchase options. Fitness Passport (family included). CAT tool discounts & retail /perks 12 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer). Income protection (24/7 coverage). Relocation assistance for eligible candidates. “Refer a Mate” bonus – earn up to $3,000 for EACH referral! Employee wellness, retail, and travel discounts. What You’ll need Cert III Mobile Plant or Cert III Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Tech Proven leadership capability (formal or informal) Strong diagnostic and repair experience Experience with CAT machinery (advantageous) Safety‑first mindset and strong communication skills Ready to Take the Next Step? If you bring strong mechanical know-how—especially with Caterpillar gear—you’ll make an immediate impact and thrive in an environment built on skill, teamwork, and industry-leading equipment. Apply now with your resume and cover letter or contact our Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 quoting job number #5983. Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check and a Pre-Employment 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 recognises the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and we are committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates. WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality.