Mobile Plant Mechanic

WesTrac Cat; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 weeks paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Training & career progression via WesT

Free parking

Onsite café and wellbeing support

Job summary

WesTrac Dubbo is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our CAT Rebuild Workshop. You will perform major machine rebuilds, engine and component work, diagnostics and QA sign-off in a busy workshop environment.

Based in our Dubbo facility, you will work with skilled tradespeople, focus on safety and quality, and enjoy long-term career progression with a leading Caterpillar dealer. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Australian recognised Mechanical Trade Qualification.
• Heavy Diesel, Mobile Plant or Plant Mechanic background.
• Experience conducting equipment rebuilds or major repairs.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Major machine rebuilds and overhauls.
• Engine, transmission and component rebuilds.
• Diagnostics, troubleshooting and fault finding.
• Machine assembly and commissioning.
• Quality inspections and final sign-off activities.
• Planned maintenance and repair work on Caterpillar equipment.

Skills

Heavy Diesel

Diagnostics

Fault finding

Safety

Quality workmanship

Education

Mechanical Trade Qualification

Job description

About the Opportunity

Heavy Diesel Fitter | CAT Rebuild Workshop | Overtime Available

Looking for more than routine servicing?

At WesTrac Dubbo, you'll work on some of the industry's largest and most advanced Caterpillar equipment, completing major machine rebuilds, component overhauls and high-value workshop projects that challenge and develop your technical skills.

With workshop activity continuing to grow, we're expanding our team and looking for experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanics who want secure long-term work, consistent overtime opportunities and genuine career progression with one of Australia's leading Caterpillar dealerships.

Based in our modern Dubbo workshop, you'll perform:

• Major machine rebuilds and overhauls
• Engine, transmission and component rebuilds
• Diagnostics, troubleshooting and fault finding
• Machine assembly and commissioning
• Quality inspections and final sign-off activities
• Planned maintenance and repair work on Caterpillar equipment

You'll work alongside highly skilled tradespeople in a collaborative environment focused on quality, safety and delivering industry-leading rebuild outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Australian recognised Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Heavy Diesel, Mobile Plant or Plant Mechanic background
• Experience conducting equipment rebuilds or major repairs
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Current driver's licence

Experience working on Caterpillar equipment will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why Join WesTrac?

• 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
• 600+ retail, travel & lifestyle discounts + CAT tool discounts
• Refer a mate & earn up to $3,000
• Free parking, onsite café & extra perks at select sites
• 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.

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.