Hydraulic Fitter

WesTrac Cat; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rates from $50/hr

Overtime from $75/hr

Parental leave

Career progression

Relocation assistance

Job summary

WesTrac Cat in Newcastle, NSW is seeking experienced Hydraulic Fitters and Hydraulic Mechanics to join our Hydraulics Workshop team. You will rebuild cylinders, valves, pumps, motors and accumulators for surface and underground mining equipment.

We value safety, quality workmanship and long-term career growth with an industry leader, and offer diverse, hands-on work in a purpose-built workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Trade Qualification required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capability.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Stripping, inspecting and rebuilding hydraulic components.
• Overhauling cylinders, valves, pumps, motors and accumulators.
• Diagnosing wear and identifying repair requirements.
• Restoring components to OEM and quality standards.
• Supporting WesTrac operations and external customers across NSW/ACT.
• Maintaining a safe, organised workshop environment.
• Working independently while contributing to a team-focused culture.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fault finding

Safety focused

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification

Job description

With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth across our business, we're looking for experienced Hydraulic Fitters and Hydraulic Mechanics to join our specialist Hydraulics Workshop team.

This is your opportunity to work on a diverse range of hydraulic components supporting some of Australia's leading mining operations. Every day brings something different, from rebuilding cylinders and valves through to overhauling pumps, motors and accumulators from both surface and underground mining equipment.

If you enjoy technical work, take pride in quality workmanship, and want long-term career security with an industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

Working from our purpose-built Hydraulics Workshop, you'll be responsible for:

• Stripping, inspecting and rebuilding hydraulic components
• Overhauling hydraulic cylinders, valves, pumps, motors and accumulators
• Diagnosing component wear and identifying repair requirements
• Restoring components to OEM and quality standards
• Supporting both internal WesTrac operations and external customers across NSW and the ACT
• Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient workshop environment
• Working independently while contributing positively to a team-focused culture

What you’ll bring

• Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capability
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Highly Regarded

• Experience overhauling piston pumps and hydraulic motors
• Previous hydraulic workshop or mining industry experience
• Don't tick every box? We still encourage you to apply. We value attitude, mechanical capability and a willingness to learn.

Why Join WesTrac?

• Hourly Rates FROM $50 P/HR
• Overtime FROM $75 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 & career progression via the WesTrac Institute
• Fitness Passport (family included) + health & wellbeing support
• Refer a mate & earn up to $3,000
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

We invest heavily in your development, offering access to our in-house RTO(50737), dedicated learning pathways, and hands-on experience with the latest Cat® technology and future-focused capabilities. As one of the world's largest authorised Cat® dealers, you’ll be part of an industry leader shaping what’s next in mining and construction.

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.