Leading Hand Plant Mechanic

At WesTrac, we’re made for more of what matters most. More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you’ve always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in house RTO - 50737, access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we’re Made for More.

Step into a leadership role with one of Australia’s leading CAT dealers.

WesTrac is seeking an experienced, hands‑on Leading Hand Plant Mechanic to guide a high‑performing team in our busy General Workshop in Tomago. If you're a natural leader with strong technical capability and a passion for getting the best out of people, this is your next career move.

You’ll oversee a team working across a wide fleet of quarry, civil and mining machinery—excavators, graders, skid-steers, dozers, loaders and more—making sure every machine leaves the workshop at peak performance.

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.

Roster & Pay

• 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights rotating roster (Mon–Fri)
• Days:05:30am–16:00pm / Nights:15:00pm–1:30am
• OTE FROM $146+

***Rates vary by skills and experience***

What You Bring

• Cert III Mobile Plant OR Cert III Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Tech
• Proven leadership experience and ability to unite teams.
• Strong diagnostic and repair capability.
• Knowledge of CAT equipment (advantageous).
• Commitment to safety, customer satisfaction, and high-quality work.
• Clear communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

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.
• 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.

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 #4954.

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 supports the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and is committed to continuing to build our workplace culture.