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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. About the role Are you ready to take your career to the next level and showcase your leadership skills in a dynamic environment? Our New Machines workshop has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Leading Hand Plant Mechanic to join our team at the Tomago branch, providing essential support to our extensive customer base in NSW.
As the Leading Hand, you will play a crucial role in guiding your team and enhancing the overall workshop performance. Your focus will be on optimizing flat rate times, boosting technician productivity and efficiency, ensuring safety, maintaining workshop housekeeping, and delivering high-quality work to achieve exceptional customer satisfaction.
Experience the versatility of a 24/7 workshop with a wide range of tasks, including base builds, custom builds, and Dealer Provided Options (DPOs). From excavators to drills, graders to OHTs—each day will bring new challenges and opportunities!
Roster and Remuneration Roster Pattern: 5D2O x2 5N2O x2Day shift: 06:00-16:30 & Night shift: 16:00-02:30 (10.5 HR Shifts)Annual earnings UP TO $155k + super**Rates above are a guide only and each candidate will be assessed based on competencies and experience*
Key Responsibilities Provide coordination and leadership to a team of technicians (auto electricians, plant mechanics, and trade assistants).Ensuring that work orders are completed on time and to a high standard.Complete machine rebuilds of trucks, dozers, loaders, and graders to a Caterpillar quality standard.Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.Coordinating the team's activities to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction and best practice standards, ensuring all company, quality assurance, and legal requirements are adhered to.Accurately diagnose faults and assist with repairs.Skills & Experience Trade Qualified Plant Mechanic Certificate III Automotive Mechanical Technology (Heavy Vehicle Mobile Equipment) or equivalent.Leadership experience with the ability to build a cohesive team with a common goal.Demonstrated ability to delegate tasks and organise teams.Familiarity with Caterpillar surface mining equipment (highly desired).Strong commitment to meeting customer requirements.Excellent diagnostic and repair skills and a strong commitment to service excellence.Excellent attitude to your work, and dedication to safe work practice.Solutions focused mindset and ability to adapt to changing requirements.Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.Why Join WesTrac? As one of the World's leading Caterpillar dealers, WesTrac services a broad range of customers across NSW, ACT & WA. Our ongoing success is attributed to the individuals that make up our teams, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package and pride ourselves on our Safe, Engaged, and Customer Focused Culture. As a WesTrac team member, you will receive:
Job security and serious potential for career advancementCompetitive remunerationFitness Passport for the whole familyAnnual Remuneration and performance reviewDiscounted CAT Hand ToolsGenerous relocation assistance for eligible candidatesIncome protection with 24/7 coverage12 weeks paid parental leave.Online Learning Library to support your continued developmentRefer a friend program - work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000!Novated leasing optionsPurchased Leave programOpportunities for growth and developmentEmployee Wellness ProgramDiscounted private health insuranceOn-boarding and welcome day at our head office in NewcastleApply Now If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact our Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 and quote job number 2859.
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.
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