Second Class Machinist - Component Technician

About the Company

WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, with over 4,500 employees, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

About the Role

Made for More – Build Your Future with WesTrac

Ready to take the next step in your machining career? As a Second Class Machinist (Component Technician) within our Hydraulics & Components team, you will work with precision equipment, support rebuilds of critical Cat® components, and help keep Australia’s mining and construction industries moving.

This role is perfect for someone with machining experience (trade-qualified or unqualified) who wants to grow, learn, and be part of a high-performing workshop environment.

Roster & Location

• South Guildford
• 8 days on 6 days off, then 8 nights on 6 days off, 12.5 hrs per shift (inclusive of 30 min meal break)

What You Will Do

• Operate Manual machines, such as Horizontal borers, lathes and mills to support the rebuilding and machining of hydraulic components.
• Work with engineering drawings, measuring tools, and machining processes to achieve tight tolerances.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area using tools such as Job Safety Analysis and Take 5’s.
• Contribute to a team that values precision, safety, and continuous improvement.

What We Are Looking For

• Machining experience (trade qualification beneficial but not essential).
• Experience in a mechanical workshop environment - component, engine, or heavy equipment exposure is highly regarded.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn from experienced machinists and fitters.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety.
• Forklift licence essential; dogging/rigging tickets highly desirable (or willingness to obtain).

Our Benefits include but are 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.