Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Nightshift

Westrac; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Income protection insurance

Retail discounts

Health discounts (BUPA)

Fitness Passport access

Employee referral bonus

Emergency services leave

Share purchase plan

Job summary

WesTrac’s Flexi Parts & Mining Services team in Perth Airport workshop is seeking a driven Heavy Diesel Mechanic to specialise in machine rebuilds and major component overhauls. Join a facility delivering end-to-end rebuild solutions across Caterpillar and other OEM equipment, focused on precision, quality and technical skill.

This role involves full rebuilds, engine and powertrain overhauls, and testing outcomes, with a safety-first, quality-driven team culture and a 5 nights on/2 days off

Qualifications

• Australian-recognised mechanical trade certificate.
• Demonstrated experience in workshop rebuilds, overhauls, or major repairs.
• Strong focus on quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and service data.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to WesTrac’s SPARC values.

Responsibilities

• Perform full machine rebuilds to OEM or better standards.
• Complete engine, powertrain, hydraulic, and component overhauls.
• Conduct strip, inspection, assessment, and rebuild activities.
• Deliver high-quality assembly and testing outcomes.
• Interpret technical manuals and schematics with accuracy.
• Contribute to a team culture built on safety and quality.

Skills

Mechanical cert

Workshop rebuilds

Quality workmanship

Technical interpretation

Team player

Job description

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Take Your Trade to the Next Level with WesTrac’s Flexi Parts & Mining Services

Are you a driven Heavy Diesel Mechanic looking to specialise in machine rebuilds and major component overhauls?

Join WesTrac’s Flexi Parts & Mining Services team at our advanced Perth Airport workshop, where we deliver end-to-end rebuild solutions that extend asset life and maximise performance across Caterpillar and other OEM equipment.

This is a unique opportunity to break away from routine maintenance and step into a environment focused on precision, quality, and technical skills.

What You’ll Do

• Perform full machine rebuilds to OEM or better standards
• Complete engine, powertrain, hydraulic, and component overhauls
• Conduct strip, inspection, assessment, and rebuild activities
• Deliver high-quality assembly and testing outcomes
• Interpret technical manuals and schematics with accuracy
• Contribute to a team culture built on safety and quality

Roster:

• 5 Nights On 2 Days Off – 10 hour shifts 4:00pm to 2:30am

Skills & Experience

• Australian-recognised mechanical trade certificate
• Demonstrated experience in workshop rebuilds, overhauls, or major repairs
• Strong focus on quality workmanship and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and service data
• Team-oriented with a commitment to WesTrac’s SPARC values

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.
• Employee Referral Program–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.

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