Auto Electrician

WesTrac; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 weeks paid parental leave

Income protection

Relocation assistance

Job summary

WesTrac Mt Thorley Rebuilds Workshop is seeking an Auto Electrician to join a skilled team delivering CAT machine rebuilds to world-class standards. You will diagnose, repair and rebuild electrical, electronic, and control systems, install wiring harnesses, sensors and telemetry, and test and commission systems throughout the lifecycle.

Experience with heavy equipment or rebuilds is highly regarded, with flexible shifts on a lifestyle roster.

Qualifications

• Diagnose, repair and rebuild electrical, electronic and control systems on CAT equipment.
• Install, test and commission wiring harnesses, sensors, modules and telemetry systems.
• Perform fault finding during rebuild and commissioning stages.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and rebuild electrical, electronic and control systems on CAT equipment
• Install, test and commission wiring harnesses, sensors, modules and telemetry systems
• Perform fault finding during rebuild and commissioning stages
• Maintain a clean, safe and well‑organised workshop
• Work closely with Supervisors and trades to deliver quality rebuilds on time

Skills

Electrical systems diagnosis

Fault finding

Testing and commissioning

Education

Auto Electrical Trade Qualification

Job description

Join our Mt Thorley Rebuilds Workshop and be part of a highly skilled team delivering CAT machine rebuilds to world‑class standards.

Experience on heavy equipment or an interest in rebuilds/mining is highly regarded

As part of our rebuild team, you'll support the full electrical rebuild lifecycle — from strip down through to testing and commissioning — ensuring every machine is delivered safely and performing to OEM standards.

• From $60/hr+ (incl. allowances) + OT from $89/hr (paid on all hours)
• 12.5hr day & night shifts | 5 weeks annual leave - work only half the year on a Lifestyle roster!
• Workshop-based CAT rebuilds | modern facility | stable, experienced team

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Diagnose, repair and rebuild electrical, electronic and control systems on CAT equipment
• Install, test and commission wiring harnesses, sensors, modules and telemetry systems
• Perform fault finding during rebuild and commissioning stages
• Maintain a clean, safe and well‑organised workshop
• Work closely with Supervisors and trades to deliver quality rebuilds on time

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Australian recognised Auto Electrical Trade Qualification
• Experience across heavy equipment, rebuilds or transferable electrical skillsets
• Strong diagnostics and fault finding capability
• Proactive, safety-first mindset; unrestricted driver's licence

WHY JOIN WESTRAC?

• Hourly Rates FROM $60 P/HR | Overtime FROM $89 P/HR
• 12 weeks paid parental leave + income protection
• Strong job security with long-term career pathways
• Flexitime, RDOs & purchased leave (up to 5 weeks p.a.)
• Training & progression via the WesTrac Institute
• Fitness Passport (family included)
• 600+ retail + lifestyle discounts + CAT tool discounts
• Refer a mate & earn up to $3,000
• Free parking + onsite café
• Relocation assistance available

READY TO MAKE YOUR MOVE?

If you're an Auto Electrician looking to step into rebuilds or build on your heavy equipment experience — this is a great opportunity.

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 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.