Tim Lamb came third in the Pacific Regional Final of the Cat Global Operator Challenge
Daracon Group plant operator Tim Lamb has landed a spot on the podium at Asia Pacific Regional Final of the Cat Global Operator Challenge, held in Japan on 29–30 October 2025. This means he will represent Australia on the world stage at CONEXPO Las Vegas in 2026.
After winning the NSW State Final hosted by WesTrac earlier this year, Lamb came third against 18 of best operators from across Asia Pacific in a series of challenges designed to test machine control, safety and efficiency under pressure. His performance also landed him the Excavator Champion title at the competition, in addition to his third place on the podium.
“I’m absolutely honoured to take out third place in the Asia Pacific Regionals,” Lamb says.
“This journey has been incredible, and I’m proud to represent Daracon Group, WesTrac, and Australian Operators at the global finals. I can’t wait to take on Vegas and show what our region can do!
“Up until this trip to Japan, I had never travelled overseas and now I have a ticket to Vegas to compete against the world’s best.”
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The Cat Global Operator Challenge is the ultimate test of skill for machine operators worldwide, bringing together elite talent to compete in tasks that push equipment knowledge and operating precision to the limit.
Daracon Group plant & transport divisional manager Cory Hay expressed immense pride in Tim’s achievement.
“Tim’s success is a reflection of his dedication and technical ability, as well as the ethos Daracon was founded on – having the best people and the best equipment,” he says.
“The entire team will be cheering him on as he heads to Las Vegas in 2026!”
WesTrac, the official Cat dealer for NSW, ACT and Western Australia, and host of the NSW and WA state finals, also congratulated Lamb on his victory.
“Tim’s achievement is a testament to the incredible talent we have in NSW due to the size of our construction industry and the strength of our partnerships with customers like Daracon,” WesTrac general manager construction industries NSW/ACT Jason Hall says.
“We’re proud to have played a part in his journey and can’t wait to see him represent our region on the global stage.”