Planner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Novated Leasing

Income Protection

Discounts

Fitness Passport

EAP

Job summary

WesTrac is seeking a Planner for the Tomago Hydraulics Branch in Newcastle region. This full-time, 18-month fixed-term role reports to the branch manager and focuses on proactive scheduling, resource planning, and stakeholder communication to support timely hydraulic component delivery.

Ideal candidates will have planning experience or hydraulics background, strong problem-solving skills, and advanced MS Office proficiency, working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a planning role or hydraulics background is highly desirable.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate short-term schedules and slot plans, ensuring work is captured and aligned to delivery targets.
• Balance labour capacity with Workshop Supervisors to manage workload peaks and troughs.
• Monitor job progress and communicate changes, delays, and revised completion dates to stakeholders.
• Generate planning reports and analyse workload, demand, and performance data for decision-making.

Skills

Planning experience

Hydraulics background

Problem-solving

MS Office

Communication

Job description

Join the WesTrac team as a Planner at our Tomago Hydraulics Branch. This full-time, Monday to Friday role is offered on an 18-month fixed-term basis and provides excellent opportunities for career development.

Reporting to the branch manager, the Planner will proactively manage work schedules, resources, and priorities to support the timely completion of hydraulic components, while maintaining clear and consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders. Working closely with the Branch Manager and Workshop Supervisors, the Planner analyses workload trends and scheduling requirements to plan labour and parts resources and maintain operational efficiency during periods of varying demand.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and collaborative professional who is looking to build a rewarding career with an industry leader. At WesTrac, we value teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working in a team environment, and can confidently manage multiple priorities.

Key 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 and Experience

• Previous experience in a planning role or hydraulics technical background highly desirable
• Previous exposure to hydraulics or parts coordination highly desirable
• Problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders and a diverse range of team members

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
• Additional Perks – Free parking, onsite café, bootcamp and yoga available at certain locations

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.