Fitter Machinist

Build your career with one of the world’s largest Caterpillar dealers.

Reporting to theHydraulics Supervisor, the Fitter Machinist will join our Hydraulics Department on a full-time basis at our South Guildford facility. This role is ideal for a trade-qualified machinist who enjoys hands-on work, precision machining, and contributing to a high-performing team in a safety-first environment.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the overhaul, repair, and manufacture of hydraulic components, supporting both internal operations and customer requirements. Working in a collaborative workshop environment, you will operate manual machinery, maintain quality standards, and ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently.

Roster:
Monday to Friday – 5 days on, 2 days off
10.5 hours per day (inclusive of 30 minute unpaid meal break)

What You’ll Do

• Overhaul, repair, and manufacture components including: Hydraulic cylinders, Hydraulic pumps,Pump drives.
• Operate manual machinery such as:Horizontal Borer, Milling machines, Manual lathes.
• Interpret engineering drawings and machine components to tight tolerances
• Prioritise workloads to meet customer and operational requirements
• Complete work within quoted timeframes and quality standards
• Maintain a strong safety focus using tools such as JSAs and Take 5s
• Perform general workshop duties and support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience

• Australian-recognised First-Class Machinist or Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience operating Horizontal Boring Machines
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Proven experience machining to tight tolerances and timeframes
• Competent using measuring equipment such as:
  • Callipers
  • Dial indicators
  • Bore micrometers
• Strong time management skills and basic computer literacy

Desirable:

• Forklift licence
• Rigging and/or dogging licence

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.
• 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 opportunity.

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.

Ready to take the next step?
Apply now and start your journey with WesTrac—where your skills meet endless opportunities.

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