Posted Date: 17 Jun 2026
Location:
Canberra, ACT, AU
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WesTrac is currently seeking an experienced Leading Hand to join our Canberra Workshop.
Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the Leading Hand will support their team and workshop, ensuring that maintenance and repairs are effectively coordinated. This position will set a strong example by showcasing attention to detail, efficient work planning, and proactive problem-solving skills. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, this role will involve encouraging and motivating your team to achieve high productivity and efficiency, with a focus on safety and delivering high quality work.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a large variety of Cat machines from mining trucks to dozers, excavators and graders. There has never been a better time to join WesTrac as a leading hand!
Roster and Remuneration
5 Days On, 2 Days Off - 10.5 hour shifts
Opportunities for overtime
Potential earnings from $125,000 - $160,000
- Above rates are a guide; each candidate will be assessed on skill and experience*
Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a leading hand or leadership style role
Mechanical trade qualification (Australian trade recognised)
Familiarity with Caterpillar Equipment
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong commitment to meeting customer requirements
Excellent diagnostic and repair skills
Strong job planning skills Advanced job planning skills
Why WesTrac?
program - work alongside your mates and receive up to $3,000!
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.
Online Learning Library to support your continued development
Novated leasing options
Purchased Leave program
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 some of 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 the Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 and reference job number 5603 .
Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.
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.
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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 recognises the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace, and we are committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.
WesTrac is an endorsed employer for women via WORK180 - who have reviewed our policies, processes, and initiatives to certify that we are an organisation that supports diversity, inclusion and equality.
