Job Description
Posted Date: 7 Jul 2026
Location: Bunbury, WA, AU, 6230
Reporting into the Workshop Supervisor, the Plant Mechanic will join our workshop department on a full-time basis at our Bunbury branch. Scopes of work range across diagnostics and troubleshooting, engine rebuilds, component overhaul, upgrades and modification, and testing and quality control.
Surrounded by a highly collaborative and productive team, you will ensure that critical heavy mobile plant machinery remains reliable, efficient, and ready for the demanding conditions of heavy-duty work environments.
Our Bunbury branch provides adaptable Caterpillar solutions from Mandurah to Albany. Our technicians handle diverse machinery, offering services, rebuilds, deliveries, and overhauls.
Location: Bunbury – Residential position
Roster: Monday - Friday – 10.5hrs each day (inclusive of 30 mins meal break)
What You’ll Do:
Perform scheduled and daily maintenance servicing and inspections of mobile mining earthmoving and ancillary plant equipment.
Maintain accurate lubricant records and machine hours of each equipment.
Providing support to our Tradespersons through the maintenance process safely and efficiently.
Report faults/defects and complete service reports using CAT Inspect.
Forklift operations.
Implement product improvement plan.
Skills & Experience:
Current Australian Drivers Licence – C class or above
Australian recognised Heavy Mobile Plant trade certificate or equivalent with post trade experience.
High Risk Work Licence – Forklift (FL), Dogging (DG), Rigging (RG), Working at Heights (WAH), Confined Spaces (CSE).
Strong computer literacy with verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in maintenance servicing of heavy equipment (mobile plant / ancillary).
Excellent customer service and safety focused.
Confident to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team.
Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:
Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance.
More than 600 retail discounts, such as, Coles, Pet Barn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, 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.
Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.
Our Company & Commitment
With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.
At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.
Reference Number: 4294
Location: Bunbury, WA, AU, 6230
Reporting into the Workshop Supervisor, the Plant Mechanic will join our workshop department on a full-time basis at our Bunbury branch. Scopes of work range across diagnostics and troubleshooting, engine rebuilds, component overhaul, upgrades and modification, and testing and quality control.
Surrounded by a highly collaborative and productive team, you will ensure that critical heavy mobile plant machinery remains reliable, efficient, and ready for the demanding conditions of heavy-duty work environments.
Our Bunbury branch provides adaptable Caterpillar solutions from Mandurah to Albany. Our technicians handle diverse machinery, offering services, rebuilds, deliveries, and overhauls.
Location: Bunbury – Residential position
Roster: Monday - Friday – 10.5hrs each day (inclusive of 30 mins meal break)
What You’ll Do:
Perform scheduled and daily maintenance servicing and inspections of mobile mining earthmoving and ancillary plant equipment.
Maintain accurate lubricant records and machine hours of each equipment.
Providing support to our Tradespersons through the maintenance process safely and efficiently.
Report faults/defects and complete service reports using CAT Inspect.
Forklift operations.
Implement product improvement plan.
Skills & Experience:
Current Australian Drivers Licence – C class or above
Australian recognised Heavy Mobile Plant trade certificate or equivalent with post trade experience.
High Risk Work Licence – Forklift (FL), Dogging (DG), Rigging (RG), Working at Heights (WAH), Confined Spaces (CSE).
Strong computer literacy with verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in maintenance servicing of heavy equipment (mobile plant / ancillary).
Excellent customer service and safety focused.
Confident to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team.
Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:
Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance.
More than 600 retail discounts, such as, Coles, Pet Barn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, 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.
Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.
Our Company & Commitment
With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.
At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.
Reference Number: 4294
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Plant Mechanic position is now open for candidates interested in the Technician Jobs sector. This role in Bunbury offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Technician Jobs is a plus.
