Heavy Duty Mechanic - Drills

As the Drill Technician you will be equipped with the latest training on new model equipment to ensure you are setup to succeed. You will work with a highly supportive group and be part of a continuous improvement and solutions network team. 

About HMS & Drills: 

WesTrac’s newly established HMS & Drill Services business unit is driving the future of aftermarket solutions for Heavy Mining Shovels and Drill Rigs. With state-of-the-art workshops and facilities under development, we’re building a passionate, high-performing team ready to shape what’s next in mining services.

Location:  FIFO - Relocation available / will pay for Interstate travel

Hourly Rate: $55 - $90 an hour - Dependent on EXP

Roster Options:

8 days on, 6 off OR 14 days on, 7 off OR 14 days on, 14 off – 12.5hrs (Inclusive of 30mins meal break)

What you'll do:

• The Drills Technician is the link between the Customer, Westrac and Caterpillar for all Drills technical product information, documentation, and continuous improvement concepts 
• Pro-actively assist with Drills preventative maintenance schedules, maintenance teams for planning work scopes and Drills trouble shooting.
• Technical reporting and product instruction/training strategies to improve Drill product knowledge to the wider work group.
• Accountable to increase the all-round performance, reliability, and availability of the designated Drills product line.

Skills & Experience:

• HD Plant mechanic qualification/certification
• HR-Licence
• 5+ years post trade relevant experience including Field Service exposure with Drills
• Ability to work autonomously or with others & lead customer work groups onsite, instruct/teach & knowledge share
• Flexibility and willingness to travel various mine sites
• Demonstrate technical aptitude and experience on surface blast hole drill rigs

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Company laptop & phone
• 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.
• 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
• Employee Referral Program – Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles
• 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, offers a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions. 

At WesTrac we understand that identity is an intersection of many factors. First Nations people, females, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.  WORK180 endorsed employer.

Reference Number: 4480