Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Leading Hand (Workshop)

WesTrac; Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Novated leasing

Income protection insurance

Retail discounts (Coles, Petbarn, etc)

Job summary

WesTrac Perth is seeking a skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Leading Hand (Workshop) to supervise a team of mechanics and apprentices in a busy Perth workshop. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while mentoring juniors and delivering high-quality Caterpillar maintenance and repair work.

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you will coordinate rosters, lead by example, and ensure adherence to WesTrac's standards across a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Heavy Mobile Plant Technology.
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment.
• Proven team leadership with a strong focus on safety.
• Ability to multitask in a busy workshop.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of mechanics and apprentices.
• Promote and encourage high safety and quality standards.
• Assist in training and developing team members.
• Handle high volume work efficiently.

Skills

Team leadership

Caterpillar equipment experience

Heavy machinery servicing

Attention to detail

Multitask in busy environment

Rebuilds experience

Education

Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (Heavy Mobile Plant Technology)

Job description

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Leading Hand (Workshop)

Posted Date: 4 Sept 2026

Location: Perth Precinct, WA, AU

Take the next step in your mechanical career with one of Australia's leading Caterpillar dealers. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, we are seeking an experienced Leading Hand Plant Mechanic to join our Perth Branch on a permanent full-time basis. This is an opportunity to lead from the front, working alongside a skilled team while mentoring mechanics and apprentices, maintaining exceptional safety standards, and driving quality outcomes in a fast-paced workshop environment.

Join a team that keeps Western Australia moving. At WesTrac Perth, you'll work on industry-leading Caterpillar machinery supporting the construction sector across the state. With a strong pipeline of work, access to world-class training, and genuine opportunities for career progression, this role is ideal for a motivated tradesperson who takes pride in their workmanship, enjoys leading others, and wants to be part of a company that invests in its people.

Roster

5 days on, 2 days off – 10.5 hours (including a meal break) 2 weeks day shift - 06:00am-16:30pm
1 week night shift - 15:00pm-01:30am

What You’ll Do

• Lead and motivate a team of mechanics and apprentices
• Promote and encourage high safety and quality standards
• Assist in training and developing team members
• Handle high volume work efficiently

Skills & Experience

• Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (Heavy Mobile Plant Technology)
• Caterpillar equipment experience
• Team leadership experience with a strong emphasis on safety
• High attention to detail to ensure quality control aligns with dealer standards
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment
• Experience with machine and component rebuilds is advantageous.

Our Benefits inclusive of but 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.
• Recommend & Spend – 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.