Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Workshop

Take the next step in your career as a Workshop Plant Mechanic and become an essential part of a skilled and supportive team.

This permanent full‑time FIFO role offers stability, growth, and the opportunity to work in the stunning Pilbara region, reporting to an experienced Workshop Supervisor who values your contribution.

Based at Rio Tinto’s Ancillary Equipment Shutdown Workshop, you’ll be trusted to work with minimal supervision while collaborating with both WesTrac and Rio Tinto.

The Plant Mechanic is responsible for carrying scheduled maintenance, service and repairs including diagnosing all Caterpillar machines. If you thrive on variety, hands‑on problem‑solving, and working with cutting‑edge Caterpillar equipment, this is the perfect environment to excel.

Location: Tom Price – Accommodation in Rio Tinto Tom Price Camp

Roster: 2/1 (7D/7N/7O) – 12.5 hrs each day (inc. of 30 minutes meal break)

What You’ll Do:

• Component replacements
• Hydraulic tunes/performance tests post shut
• Fault finding of Hydraulic & electrical issues if they arise
• Updating ECM’s with latest software/config files

Skills & Experience:

• Australian Drivers Licence
• Australian recognised Heavy Mobile Plant Technology trade certificate with post trade experience.
• High Risk Work Licence
• Strong computer literacy with verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in maintenance servicing of heavy equipment (mobile plant / ancillary).
• Excellent customer service and safety focused.
• Confident to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team.

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 & Flexibility 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.

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. 

Reference Number: 5422