Hydraulics Planner — 18-Month Fixed-Term

WesTrac; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Discounted health insurance

Job summary

WesTrac in Tomago, NSW, is seeking a motivated Planner for a full-time, 18-month fixed-term role. You will manage short-term schedules, coordinate labour resources, and ensure on-time delivery of hydraulic components while collaborating with branch managers and workshop teams.

This fast-paced, collaborative environment rewards organisation and clear communication. WesTrac offers development opportunities, exposure to Cat technology, and a range of benefits as part of a national team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a planning role or hydraulics background.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to manage priorities.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate short-term schedules and slot plans, ensuring all work is captured, prioritised, and aligned to agreed customer delivery targets.
• Partner with Workshop Supervisors to balance labour capacity, forecast resource requirements, and effectively manage workload peaks and troughs.
• Monitor job progress, track schedule compliance, and proactively communicate changes, delays, and revised completion dates to key stakeholders.
• Generate planning reports and analyse workload, demand, and performance data to support informed operational decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with suppliers and Parts teams to ensure materials are available when required, proactively managing backorders and supply risks to minimise disruption to scheduled work.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance planning and scheduling processes, implementing effective solutions that improve efficiency and operational performance.

Skills

Planning experience

Hydraulics knowledge

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WesTrac in Tomago, NSW, is seeking a motivated Planner for a full-time, 18-month fixed-term role. You will manage short-term schedules, coordinate labour resources, and ensure on-time delivery of hydraulic components while collaborating with branch managers and workshop teams.

This fast-paced, collaborative environment rewards organisation and clear communication. WesTrac offers development opportunities, exposure to Cat technology, and a range of benefits as part of a national team.