Regional Manager

 About WesTrac 

WesTrac is an equipment solutions company and one of the world's leading Caterpillar Dealerships. Operating in NSW, ACT and WA, WesTrac supply equipment solutions to thousands of customers across the mining, construction, transport, forestry, agriculture and power generation industries. At WesTrac our primary focus is our people. We know that our success is the result of more than 4,000 talented people working together to achieve amazing outcomes. 

About the Opportunity 

WesTrac is seeking an experienced leader to oversee operations of WesTrac Branches across the Sydney, Canberra and Grafton regions.  

As Regional Manager, you will be accountable for the establishment and execution of the strategic plan with a sharp focus on team engagement, customer satisfaction, quality and safety.  

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership capabilities in driving large, high performing teams and understand the critical role of customer experience in growing market share and customer loyalty. Essential to your success in this role is your ability to apply and embed the principles of continuous improvement across operations to improve the quality, efficiency and safety.  

Reporting to the General Manager – Operations, you will lead a team of 5 direct reports with a total team size of circa 200 for the region.  

This position offers a competitive salary package with bonus structure and fully maintained vehicle and will require regular travel within NSW.  

Role Accountabilities 

• Be a visible, approachable and engaging leader  

• Cascade strategic objectives and track progress regularly  

• Support and coach a team of Branch Managers 

• Oversee operational performance to maintain Westrac’s position as a market leader and leading Caterpillar dealership  

• Manage the P&L and budgets  

• Maintain customer relationships to expand market share and boost customer loyalty 

• Lead forecasting and planning processes to mitigate risks and ensure business units are positioned to capitalise on new growth opportunities 

• Engage cross functionally to embed improvement initiatives  

• Measure performance of teams in accordance with service contracts and internal KPI’s 

About You 

• Commitment to safety and knowledge of best practice in operational environments 

• Commercial acumen with experience in managing budgets and P&L’s 

• Ability to influence and lead through change  

• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills  

• Proven ability to create, implement and deliver strategic objectives across a complex operation with dispersed workforce 

• Demonstrated ability to manage customer relationships  

• Experience in a leadership role within the construction, manufacturing or mining sectors is highly favorable  

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as business or engineering 

Next Steps 

Please submit your application via the link. Applications may close before the advertising end date of 29th May 2025 if a suitable applicant is identified.  

For confidential discussion, please contact Claire Pavey – Talent Acquisition Manager on 02 4964 5120. 

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.