Plant Mechanic - Kewdale

About the role

Western Power is looking for a reliable and experienced Plant Mechanic to join its team at the Kewdale depot. The role is hands-on and involves repairing, overhauling and maintaining Western Power's mobile plant equipment so that all machinery operates safely and meets manufacturer specifications and Australian Standards. It suits someone who values working close to home, a consistent routine and a supportive, down-to-earth team.

Key responsibilities

• Repair, overhaul and maintain mobile plant equipment
• Diagnose faults and perform major repairs
• Strip and rebuild plant components
• Carry out preventative maintenance and safety checks

Required profile

• Base trade qualification (AQF3) in Heavy Duty Mechanics, Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic or Mechanical Fitter
• Demonstrated industry experience as a heavy vehicle / mobile plant mechanic
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulics and low-voltage electrical systems
• Valid WA 'C' class licence (essential)
• Highly developed teamwork skills; able to work in a high-performing team

Required skills

• Hydraulics and low-voltage electrical diagnosis and repair
• Desirable: WA 'HR' driver's licence, High Risk licences for EWP, dogging and forklift, and a crane operators' qualification

What we offer

• In-house uniform laundering
• Fortnightly RDO and up to four extra weeks of leave per year
• Salary packaging, social club activities and discounted health insurance and gym membership
• Award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Two additional leave days each year

Applications close on 23 November 2026.