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 an 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.

The Forecast Planner – Lead, will be the subject matter expert to the Planning Department and primarily responsible for managing the team that creates the plan and maintains, updates and communicates the rebuilds forecast pipeline. As the Lead Planner you will provide supervision, demonstrate effective leadership and be responsible for providing coaching and mentoring to the Planning Team.

Location: Perth-based role based at WesTrac's state-of-the-art Welshpool workshops.

To be successful the following is required:

Essential:

• Experience within a Maintenance Planning function including a demonstrated ability to scope and quote jobs for business development requirements.
• Previous experience coaching, mentoring or leading a team
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to absorb technical information quickly
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build and maintain successful working relationships
• Basic understanding of financial principles (e.g. budgeting, forecasting)
• Experience with planning tools such as AMT, Project or SAP along with Advanced Excel skills
• Advanced time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage fluctuating workloads and priorities to meet objectives

Desirable:

• Trade Certificate in Mechanical trade would be very highly regarded
• Caterpillar product knowledge
• Continuous Improvement experience
• Be well aligned and exhibit WesTrac’s SPARC values of Safety, Pride, Accountability, Respect and Customer.

What we offer:

• Family-friendly, Perth-based work - Home every night.
• Unrivalled training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Fantastic team environment and culture.
• Income protection Insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Work-life balance focused with a reputable Employee Assistance Program available.
• Discounts on a number of fantastic brands including Apple, JB Hi-Fi, Crown, Qantas etc.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Salary Sacrifice available for airline memberships, cars etc.

These positions are full-time, permanent opportunities with a highly attractive remuneration package on offer.

If you are interested in taking your career to the next level with WesTrac, click the ‘Apply’ button today!

Applicants must be currently located in Australia and have full working rights.

WesTrac Pty Ltd is 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.

Advertised: 04 Oct 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 03 Nov 2021 W. Australia Standard Time