Auto Electrician

Join WesTrac's Diggers & Drills Team as an Auto Electrician

Take your trade expertise on the road with a FIFO role supporting some of WA's largest mining operations. Reporting to the Diggers Supervisor, you'll work across a diverse range of field service, site-based support and workshop activities, providing specialised Auto electrical diagnostics, maintenance and repair support on CAT equipment. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in delivering high-quality workmanship, troubleshooting complex faults, maintaining equipment reliability, and supporting customers to maximise machine performance across multiple mine sites.

About the Team

The Diggers and Drills department is a specialised group focused on supporting a growing fleet of across Western Australia.
Backed by WesTrac's strong regional network, our team delivers high-quality, on-site technical support and breakdown response.
You'll be joining an experienced, close-knit group that values knowledge sharing, teamwork, and doing the job right the first time.

Roster

8 Days On, 6 Days Off | 12 Hour Days

What You'll Do

- Electrical Diagnostics & Fault Finding – Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic and control system faults on CAT drill equipment.

- Preventive Maintenance & Repairs – Perform scheduled maintenance, repairs and inspections to ensure optimal machine performance and reliability.

- Field Service Support – Provide technical support across mine sites, responding to breakdowns and supporting planned maintenance activities.

- Workshop & Site-Based Work – Assist with site workshop activities and provide backfill support across broader PSA operations as required.

- Customer Support & Collaboration – Build strong customer relationships through quality workmanship, clear communication and professional service.

- Continuous Improvement & Learning – Contribute to a culture of safety, teamwork and ongoing development while sharing knowledge with colleagues.

Skills & Experience

- Australian recognised Auto Electrician Trade Qualification

- Minimum 3-5 years post-trade experience

- Demonstrated experience working on heavy mining, construction or mobile plant equipment

- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting capability across electrical systems

- Commitment to quality workmanship and taking pride in delivering work to a high standard

- Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively within a team environment

- Strong customer service and communication skills

- Safety-focused approach to all work activities

Our Benefits Include, But Are Not Limited To

- Financial Benefits

Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave

- Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance

- More than 600 retail discounts, including Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.

- Health & Wellness

Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport access to multiple gyms across Australia & EAP support for 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.