Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Are you ready to take on an exciting opportunity in the heart of the Goldfields? 

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic at Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM), one of Australia's largest open-pit gold mines, is a world-class asset where you'll be part of a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and repairing Caterpillar machines. This is your chance to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge equipment! 

WesTrac KCGM, in partnership with Northern Star, is dedicated to maintaining a large fleet of machines through scheduled servicing, planned shutdowns, and minor in-pit repairs to ensure Northern Star mining operations run as smoothly as possible, as our onsite team excels in mobile workshop and on-site repairs.  

Roster options: 
•          Residential- 7 days, 3 off, 7 nights, 4 off - 12 hours per day (inc. 30-minute meal break)
•          FIFO (from Perth) - 7 days, 7 nights, 7 off - 12 hours per day (inc. 30-minute 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 for each piece of equipment. 
•          Support WesTrac and the customer by following the maintenance process safely and efficiently. 
•          Report faults/defects and complete service reports using CAT Inspect. 
•          Operate forklifts. 
•          Implement product improvement plans. 

What You’ll Need: 
•          Australian Driver's Licence (Light Rigid or Medium Rigid). 
•          Australian-recognised Heavy Mobile Plant trade certificate with post-trade experience. 
•          High-risk Work Licence (Forklift, Dogging, Rigging, Working at Heights, Confined Spaces). 
•          Strong computer literacy with excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
•          Experience in maintenance servicing heavy equipment (mobile plant/ancillary). 
•          Excellent customer service and safety-focused mindset. 
•          Confidence to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a team. 

What we offer: 
•          Financial Benefits: Paid Parental Leave, Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated  
           Leasing, Income Protection Insurance. 
•          Retail Discounts: Over 600 discounts at places like Coles, Pet Barn, Virgin, HOYTS, and 
           Crown. 
•          Health & Wellness: Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport access to multiple gyms across 
            Australia, and EAP support for you and your immediate family. 
•          Company Culture: Personal and Team Recognition through “Made for More awards” program. 
•          Career Development: Through our award-winning WesTrac Institute and our Internal Career 
           Progression. 
•          Employee Referral Program: Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $10k until end of   
           June, $5k thereafter for applicable roles. 
•          Additional Perks: Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave, and Employee Share 
           Purchase Plan opportunities. 

Ready to join a team that values your skills and offers fantastic benefits? Apply now and become a part of our WesTrac KCGM family! 

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. 
 

Job Reference 5556