Auto Electrician

Careermine; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rostering

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Relocation assistance

Refer a Mate bonus up to $3,000

Employee wellness discounts

Long-term job security

Job summary

WesTrac is seeking qualified Auto Electricians to join the Rebuilds Workshop in Tomago, NSW. Your role covers diagnosing faults, overhauling and installing auto electrical systems on CAT mobile plant equipment and heavy mining gear, with focus on safety and quality.

You will work on OHTs, Dozers, Graders and Drills, with two roster options and strong career development, including paid parental leave and flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrotechnology (or equivalent).
• Experience maintaining heavy equipment such as graders, off-highway trucks, dozers, surface drills and auxiliary equipment.
• Mining, rebuild or diagnostics experience (highly regarded).
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with CAT equipment and the CAT Service Information System (SIS) is highly advantageous.
• Safety-focused mindset and commitment to following WesTrac safety procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and overhaul auto electrical systems on heavy CAT mobile plant equipment.
• Complete machine build and rebuild activities to the highest quality standards.
• Install and commission electrical components and systems on mining equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical faults across CAT Off-Highway Trucks, Dozers, Graders and Drills.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and workshop housekeeping standards.
• Work collaboratively within the Rebuilds Workshop team to deliver machines on schedule.

Skills

Fault finding

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Independent work

Education

Certificate III in Automotive Electrotechnology

Tools

CAT SIS

Job description

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 Opportunity

We are seeking qualified Auto Electricians to join our Rebuilds Workshop team in Tomago. In this role, you will contribute to the build and rebuild of heavy CAT mobile plant equipment, delivering safe, high-quality machine outcomes as part of a dedicated team.

You will be responsible for diagnosing faults, overhauling, repairing and installing auto electrical systems across a range of surface mining equipment. This includes working on CAT Off-Highway Trucks (OHTs), Dozers, Graders and Drills.

The position offers exposure to modern equipment and a variety of complex auto electrical systems, along with long-term job security in one of Australia's leading heavy equipment organisations.

Roster Options

We offer a roster that suits your lifestyle and long-term career goals:

1. Monday to Friday - Rotating Days/Nights

• 50-hour week
• Roster: 5D2O x2, 5N2O x2
• Days: 06:00am-4:30pm
• Nights: 4:00pm-2:30am

2. Lifestyle Roster - Work Only Half the Year

• Work 15 days out of every 28
• Roster: 5D4O, 5N4O
• Days: 06:00am-6:30pm
• Nights: 6:00pm-6:30am

Why Join WesTrac?

• Hourly rates from $51/hr
• Strong job security with long-term career pathways
• Flexitime options plus up to 5 weeks annual leave per year (pending roster)
• 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
• Employee wellness, retail and travel discounts

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, repair and overhaul auto electrical systems on heavy CAT mobile plant equipment
• Complete machine build and rebuild activities to the highest quality standards
• Install and commission electrical components and systems on mining equipment
• Troubleshoot complex electrical faults across CAT Off-Highway Trucks, Dozers, Graders and Drills
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and workshop housekeeping standards
• Work collaboratively within the Rebuilds Workshop team to deliver machines on schedule

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrotechnology (or equivalent)
• Experience maintaining heavy equipment such as graders, off-highway trucks, dozers, surface drills and auxiliary equipment
• Mining, rebuild or diagnostics experience (highly regarded)
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with CAT equipment and the CAT Service Information System (SIS) is highly advantageous
• Safety-focused mindset and commitment to following WesTrac safety procedures
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

We welcome applicants with various levels of experience. If you're skilled, safety-minded and eager to grow, we want to hear from you.

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.

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 support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and we are committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality.