Posted Date: 16 Dec 2025
Location:Albury, NSW, AU
At WesTrac, we're made for more of what matters most. More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you've always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in house RTO, access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we're Made for More.
Leading Hand – Albury Workshop
WesTrac is seeking an experienced and motivated Leading Hand to join our Albury Workshop team.
Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will play a key leadership role - supporting technicians, coordinating daily workflow, and ensuring maintenance and repairs are delivered efficiently and to the highest standard. You will lead from the front, setting the benchmark for attention to detail, proactive problem‑solving, and disciplined work planning.
With a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, you will inspire and guide your team to achieve high productivity and consistently deliver outstanding results.
This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of Cat equipment - from civil and construction trucks to dozers, excavators, and graders - offering genuine variety and ongoing development. There has never been a better time to step into a Leading Hand role with WesTrac and make a meaningful impact.
Roster and Remuneration
* Monday – Friday – DAY SHIFT ONLY
* Shift times: 7:00AM – 15:30PM
* Hourly rates from $49+
* Overtime rates from $79+
*Rates above are a guide only and each candidate will be assessed based on competencies and experience*
Skills & Experience
* Australian recognised mechanical trade qualification with heavy industry experience essential
* Experience rebuilding mobile mining equipment and/or components is highly regarded
* A solutions-focused mindset and ability to adapt to changing requirements
* Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
* Unrestricted Drivers Licence
* Close attention to detail and ability to perform tasks to meet Caterpillar quality standards
* Team oriented with proven ability to meet set deadlines
Why Join WesTrac?
As one of the World's leading Caterpillar dealers, WesTrac services a broad range of customers across NSW, ACT & WA. Our ongoing success is attributed to the individuals that make up our teams, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package and pride ourselves on our Safe, Engaged, and Customer Focused Culture. As a WesTrac team member, you will receive:
* Job security and serious potential for career advancement
* Competitive remuneration
* Fitness Passport for the whole family
* Annual Remuneration and performance review
* Discounted CAT Hand Tools
* Generous relocation assistance for eligible candidates
* Income protection with 24/7 coverage
* 12 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)
* Online Learning Library to support your continued development
* program – work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000
* Novated leasing options
* Opportunities for growth and development
* Employee Wellness Program
* Discounted private health insurance
* On-boarding and welcome day at our head office in Newcastle
If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact NSW Recruitment on and reference job number #5062. Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check & Medical as part of the recruitment process.
Please note: The Talent Acquisition Team will be on annual leave from Friday 19th December 2025, returning Monday 12th January 2026. During this time, recruitment activities will be paused, and applications will not be reviewed. Any applications submitted during this period will be assessed once the team returns in January.