Pump technician in Kalgoorlie, Australia

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We are seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join our Service team at our Kalgoorlie Pump Service Centre. 



 
You will be responsible for installation, commissioning, adjustments & inspections of Slurry Pumps, Valves and Hydrocyclones in Goldfields Region & greater WA mining region.
This can include on-site mechanical repairs and inspections, ensuring our operations and workshop repairs can continue efficiently with our increase in work. 
In this position, you will report to the Service Manager, Pumps.



 
This new position is located in Kalgoorlie and would suit a local resident. Domestic (only) relocation assistance may be provided for the right person. 



 
Team you belong to
You will join an experienced and dedicated team of Service Technicians who strive to ensure operations and workshop repairs are completed on time and to a high standard. Our team is motivated and keen to succeed.
We work closely with both internal and external stakeholders. 



 
What you’ll do

• Repairing and refurbishing used pumps as well as assembling new pumps in the Kalgoorlie service facility, in accordance with OEM procedures.
• Support of Metso Pump Trials in field.
• Carry out hands on service work such as adjustments, installation, commissioning and operation of pumps on and off customer sites.
• Internal and external report writing at completion of every field service job.
• Conduct and/or assist with investigations of customer failures regarding quality, tolerances, specifications and delivered conditions of products.
• Contributions to clients with technical evaluations and analyse equipment and machine component failures.
• Ability to be able to solve practical on the job problems. Providing solutions to customers and mechanical crews.
• Promote company repair & service capabilities and obtain ongoing works.
• Promote the sales and usage of MO wear and spare parts.
• Identify sales opportunities for pumps and hydrocyclones.

Who you are

• Experience with maintenance and/or rebuild/assembly of slurry pumps.
• Mechanical trade qualification with at least 2 years’ experience - recognised in Australia.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, drawings, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Hold a current motor vehicle license and be able to pass random medical and drug tests.
• Physically fit.
• Ability to travel with short notice.
• Ability to work away from home, for extended periods and extended hours, on weekends or as required.

Desirable

• Current Forklift Ticket.
• Rigging and dogging qualifications.

What's in it for you

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority – both your physical and mental health is our priority
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Boost your earnings with extra allowances available for remote work and specialised positions, rewarding you for the value you bring.
• Additional Annual Leave benefit for all permanent and maximum term employees
• Flexibility in your working lifestyle – our team manages their own balance of working from home and in our office environment
• Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave of 18 weeks at full pay
• Paid Volunteer Leave so you can give back to the local community or an organisation of your choice
• Active Social Club and companywide social events as your social wellness is important to us
• Family focused events as your family forms part of our close-knit community
• Comprehensive medical benefits including discounted private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Company provided Salary Continuance insurance cover
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical and leadership ambitions

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.

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Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.

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