Trades Assistant

WesTrac Cat; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 weeks paid parental leave

Income protection

Flexitime & purchased leave

Job summary

WesTrac in Tomago, NSW, seeks Trades Assistants for our Component Rebuilds Centre & Machine Shop. You will support Plant Mechanics and Fitter Machinists by ensuring parts and materials are available to complete scheduled tasks.

This entry-level role offers exposure to first-class plant knowledge and trade skills with growth potential. Join a team focused on safety and quality with on‑site training, and build hands-on experience with Cat technology.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s Licence is essential.
• A current HRW Forklift Licence (highly regarded).
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Great communication and teamwork abilities.
• High level of attention to safety and quality.
• Confident computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and delivering parts to trade teams in a timely manner.
• Preparing and organising work bays ahead of scheduled repairs.
• Perform scheduled workshop maintenance inspections, keeping parts storage areas tidy and compliant.
• Operating forklifts and workshop machinery (as required and licensed).
• Prepare goods for transport and fill in required documentation.
• Deliver and collect maintenance materials from offsite suppliers.

Skills

Driver's Licence

HRW Forklift Licence

Organisation skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

MS Office

Self-motivation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Location: Tomago, NSW, AU

About The Role

Our Component Rebuilds Centre & Machine Shop are seeking motivated Trades Assistants to join their team.

These roles work alongside Plant Mechanics, Fitter Machinists, Boilermakers, and other trades, ensuring they have the correct parts and materials required to complete their task.

This is an entry-level position that offers exposure to first-class knowledge of plant material and trade skills with growth potential.

Roster & Rates

• 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights (early finish Fridays)
• Rates from $40.20 p/hr + overtime $60.30 p/hr* *Final rates based on experience and competency

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating and delivering parts to trade teams in a timely manner


• Preparing and organising work bays ahead of scheduled repairs


• Perform scheduled workshop maintenance inspections, keeping parts storage areas tidy and compliant


• Operating forklifts and workshop machinery (as required and licensed)


• Prepare goods for transport and fill in required documentation


• Deliver and collect maintenance materials from offsite suppliers

Criteria

• Valid Driver’s Licence is essential


• A current HRW Forklift Licence (highly regarded)


• Strong organisational and time‑management skills


• Great communication and teamwork abilities


• High level of attention to safety and quality


• Confident computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)


• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision

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.

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.