Heavy Duty Auto Electrician Specialist

at WesTrac
Published June 24, 2026
Location Welshpool, Australia
Category Engineering  
Job Type Full-time  
Salary
$193K - $199K + Superannuation + Bonus Scheme - dependent on experience
Currency
AUD

Description

Your new role as the Auto Electrical Specialist for Machine Rebuilds will be reporting to the Workshop Supervisor.

About Welshpool

The Mining Rebuilds workshop at Welshpool, WA, offers cost-effective rebuilds and repairs for Caterpillar equipment. We specialise in certified rebuilds, powertrain components, and custom solutions, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.

Roster - 5 days on, 2 days off 10.5hrs - 2weeks of days, 1 week of nights (Inclusive of a 30min meal break).

Remuneration - $193K - $199K + Superannuation + Bonus Scheme - dependent on experience

What you'll do:

Accountable for the completion of all aspects of rebuilds and repairs across a varied fleet of Caterpillar machines

Ensure that all replacements and repairs are carried out with the intention of rebuilding customer CAT fleets to extend their life and improve productivity

Opportunity to mentor & coach lesser-skilled technicians and apprentices whilst working on trade-related activities.

Skills & Experience:

Auto Electrician trade qualification with a minimum 5 years post trade experience is essential

High level of mentoring and leadership experience (leading hand/supervisor experience)

Air Con Licence is essential

Advanced diagnostic skills

Advanced ability to interpret repair & fault-finding using guides (CAT SIS)

CAT Dealership experience with traditional CAT fleet OHT, Grader or Loader

High level of competence on mobile low voltage electrical & Air Conditioning systems with advanced schematics skills

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, 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.