Heavy Duty Auto Electrician - Leading Hand

About the Company

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.

About the Role

Your new role as the Auto Electrician Leading Hand will report into the Workshop Supervisor. Working on a Full-Time basis at our Guildford site.

Roster: Monday to Friday. 10.5 hours (including a meal break)

Department Overview: The New Mining Machines Department at WesTrac specializes in providing cutting-edge machinery solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the mining industry. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient Caterpillar equipment to enhance operational productivity and safety.

Reference Number: 5677

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

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of up to 10 employees within the New Machines Team.
• Overhauling electrical systems, performing diagnostics, and replacing electrical components & air-conditioning systems
• Work alongside team member to manage and complete high volume tasks efficiently
• Promote, encourage and monitor safety to a high standard within the team

About You / Requirements

• Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (Auto Electrician)
• Exposure to mining / construction equipment or other industrial areas such as agriculture or highway trucks, hire equipment is highly considered
• CAT equipment experience is highly desirable
• Team leadership experience with ability to lead from the front with Safety as this will be paramount
• Strong understanding of KPI metrics from receiving a task to component dispatch
• Ability to coach and mentor teams

Qualifications & Certifications

• Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (Auto Electrician)

What's On Offer / Benefits

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