At a Glance
- Tasks: Support CAT® drills and excavators with maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
- Company: Join WesTrac, a leading Cat® equipment dealer with a diverse culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave, retail discounts, and fitness perks.
- Other info: FIFO roster with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the mining industry while working hands-on.
- Qualifications: Must have Heavy Diesel Mechanic trade qualification and mining experience.
The predicted salary is between 52650 - 64350 $ per year.
Location: Guildford, WA, AU
Join WesTrac's Diggers & Drills Support (DDS) team and play a key role supporting CAT® drills and mining excavators across Western Australia. The DDS team is a dedicated product support division that provides aftermarket support to the growing population of Cat® Drills and Hydraulic Mining Shovels across WA. Through our regional branch network, site support technicians and product specialists, we deliver specialised hands-on technical support, maintenance expertise and breakdown response to help customers maximise equipment performance and uptime.
Reporting to the Supervisor, you'll work across a range of customer sites supporting maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting activities on CAT® drills and excavators. This is a hands‑on role suited to a trade-qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic who enjoys working both autonomously and as part of a close-knit field service team.
Roster
- 8/6 FIFO roster
- 12-hour shifts
What You'll Do
- Perform maintenance, repairs and fault finding on CAT® drills and excavators
- Support planned maintenance, shutdowns and breakdown response activities
- Assemble and commission new equipment including CAT® MD6310 and MD6250 drills, and 6015-6060 excavators
- Deliver safe, high-quality workmanship while meeting customer expectations
- Work collaboratively with site-based and regional support teams to maximise equipment availability
- Build strong customer relationships through professional service and technical support
About You
- Australian recognised Heavy Diesel Mechanic trade qualification (Cert III Mobile Plant Technology)
- 2+ Mining industry experience working on CAT drills, CAT excavators and/or large mobile CAT mining equipment
- Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices
- Ability to work independently in a field service environment while contributing to team outcomes
- Customer-focused attitude with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Working at Heights, Forklift and/or Telehandler tickets highly regarded
Our Benefits Include
- Paid Parental Leave, Salary Sacrificing & Novated Leasing
- Income Protection Insurance & 600+ retail discounts
- Fitness Passport, BUPA discounts & EAP
- Training through the award-winning WesTrac Institute
- Internal career progression opportunities
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.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic employer: WesTrac Cat
WesTrac is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, quality, and employee development within a collaborative work culture. Located in South Guildford, our Parts Distribution Centre offers unique opportunities for growth and innovation, allowing Mechanical Engineers to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a supportive environment that values compliance and continuous improvement.
