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.

Plant Mechanic | Bathurst

WesTrac is seeking an experienced and motivated Plant Mechanic to join our growing team in Bathurst.

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you will be responsible for rebuilding, servicing and maintaining CAT equipment - including dozers, loaders and off‑highway trucks. Your role will centre on performing scheduled maintenance, overhauling key components, restoring equipment to peak operating condition, and ensuring all machines meet WesTrac and Caterpillar quality standards.

With a strong focus on safety, workmanship and continuous improvement, this role offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your mechanical expertise while working with industry‑leading machinery and technology.

Roster Options

• Monday to Friday – day shift only with a potential 7/7 roster
• 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Skills & Experience

• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or Mechanical trade qualification (Australian Recognised) with heavy industry experience.
• Familiarity with Caterpillar underground hard rock mining equipment highly regarded.
• Experience rebuilding mobile mining equipment and/or components desirable.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Unrestricted Drivers Licence.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet Caterpillar quality standards

Why WesTrac?

• Competitive base hourly rate + annual remuneration review
• Discounted CAT tooling and merchandise
• Fortnightly pay cycle
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave (primary carer)
• Fitness Passport for the whole family + discounted Health Insurance
• Income protection covering you 24/7
• Salary Packaging + Novated leases
• Refer a friend program - refer a friend and earn up to $3,000
• Made for More Rewards programs with discounts on Airbnb, Ticketek, Apple, Rebel and more!
• On-boarding and welcome day at our head office in Newcastle

Apply Now

If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact NSW Recruitment on 1300 797 028 and reference job number #5432.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check 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 recognise the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and are committed to continue to build our workplace culture.