Operator Trainer

WesTrac; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Novated leasing

Income protection

Coles discounts

Gym discounts

Job summary

WesTrac in NSW seeks an Operator Trainer based from Dubbo, Bathurst or Tamworth to develop customer and operator skills across Caterpillar equipment. This hands-on role involves delivering engaging training, assessments and onsite coaching across mining, quarrying, construction and other heavy industries.

You will use your operational expertise to demonstrate machine technology, safety practices and best-practice operating techniques, while building strong relationships with customers and site

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating Caterpillar and other heavy mobile equipment.
• Previous experience as a Trainer, Assessor or Operator Trainer.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver training programs and learning materials.
• Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout NSW and maintain safety focus.
• TAE40116 certification (or equivalent) and a related Certificate III.
• Experience in mining, quarrying, civil construction or agricultural equipment environments is valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging operator training programs across classroom, practical and onsite environments.
• Conduct operator assessments and competency evaluations.
• Demonstrate equipment capability, machine technology and best-practice operating techniques.
• Develop, review and continuously improve training materials and course content.
• Build strong relationships with customers and site stakeholders to support training outcomes.
• Promote safe work practices, maintain training records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Training experience

Training development

Stakeholder engagement

Safety focused

TAE certification

Mining experience

Education

TAE40116 Certification

Certificate III qualification

Job description

Join WesTrac as an Operator Trainer based from Dubbo, Bathurst or Tamworth NSW, you'll play a key role in developing the skills and capability of our customers and owner operators across a range of Caterpillar and allied equipment. Drawing on your operational expertise, you will deliver engaging training programs that focus on equipment performance, safe operating practices, machine technology and techniques that improve productivity and operational efficiency.

Working closely with customers across mining, quarrying, construction and other heavy industry sectors, you will build strong relationships while conducting training, assessments and onsite coaching. This is a hands‑on role that offers variety, autonomy and regular travel throughout regional NSW, supporting operators to maximise equipment performance and return on investment. As a Caterpillar dealer you will have access to certification and training materials that isn't available to anyone else.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging operator training programs across classroom, practical and onsite environments.

Conduct operator assessments and competency evaluations in line with company and industry requirements.

Demonstrate equipment capability, machine technology and best‑practice operating techniques.

Develop, review and continuously improve training materials and course content.

Build strong relationships with customers and key site stakeholders to support training outcomes.

Promote safe work practices, maintain training records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards.

Skills and Experience

Extensive experience operating Caterpillar and/or other heavy mobile equipment.

Previous experience as a Trainer, Assessor, Operator Trainer or in a site‑based training role.

Proven capability in developing and delivering training programs and learning materials.

Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence operational behaviours.

High levels of organisation, safety focus and willingness to travel throughout NSW.

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent) and a relevant Certificate III qualification. (desirable but not essential)

Experience within mining, quarrying, civil construction or agricultural equipment environments will be highly regarded.

Why WesTrac?

At WesTrac, we're Made for More—more opportunity, more growth, and more impact. With a team of over 4,500 people nationally, we're united by our care for each other, our passion for building a better tomorrow, and our commitment to continual evolution.

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.

What we offer

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. Purchased leave program and RDO options available.

Health & Wellness - Discounted Health Insurance, 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 & Flexibility through our award‑winning WesTrac Institute

Employee Referral Program - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus for applicable roles

Please note: WesTrac may commence shortlisting and interviewing candidates prior to the closing date and reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement earlier if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check & 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.