Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter

Primary Location: Karratha, AU

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 08/19/2025

Who we are?

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 process expertise.

Our Global Organisation strives on positive change to our World by offering sustainable solutions for their Mining equipment. Our people are highly motivated, self-automated and driven.

Our culture

Our values of high ambition-always, customer in centre, getting it done together and being open and honest guide our everyday decisions and way of working. They are the guiding principles we expect everyone to act accordingly, and we believe that by living our values we will build a common, thriving culture.

Introduction:

Join Metso at Karratha’s newest and best equipped repair facility. We are seeking experienced fixed plant Mechanical Fitters to join our Service team in the newly built Metso Karratha Service Centre.

These positions are on an 8/6 roster and are residential in Karratha.

What you’ll do:

- Carry out major mechanical overhauls, refurbishments & repairs to equipment in line with Metso maintenance procedures & specifications.
- Undertake strip, assess & rebuild of Metso fixed plant equipment including, but not limited to, crushers, crusher components, screens and screen parts, gearboxes, conveyor pulleys and drives, hydraulic units, slurry pumps
- Work with, comply & proactively contribute to Metso's Safe Systems of work and policies & procedures.
- Interpret detailed drawings relating to complex Metso equipment, recording & measuring components utilising precision measuring tools.
- Carry out precision fitting within fine precision tolerances relating to bearings, bushes and sleeves and other parts.
- Assist in the scoping of detailed and precision repairs requirements.
- Assist in the investigation of customer queries regarding quality, tolerances, specifications and delivered condition of products.
- Complete detailed inspection reports on equipment for refurbish.
- Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components in the Repairs facility.
- Perform equipment inspections and audits and provide concise reports detailing refurbishment required.
- Mark out/off material according to engineering drawings.
- Assist in the provision of on-the-job training when required.

Who you are:

- A mechanical fitting trade qualification coupled with a minimum of 5 years related workshop experience, preferably with an OEM.
- Advanced mechanical skills and experience operating within a workshop environment, repairs and full refurbishment workshop.
- Extensive experience with the rebuild of crushers, screens and hydraulic components (preferred).
- Able to take and record accurate measurements using precision measuring instruments.
- Quality presentation of completed jobs always demonstrating attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills. Works well in team environment.
- Dogging and Forklift tickets with relevant experience.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

- Extensive learning opportunities- ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
- Wellbeing and safety- benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services and engagement surveys.
- Annual bonus- global incentive programs tied to business and performance targets.
- Hybrid working possibilities- while we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
- Worldwide support- leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
- A thriving culture– we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority– both your physical and mental health is our priority
- A competitive base salaryreflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
- Additional Annual Leave benefit -your health and wellbeing is a priority, increase your leave entitlement with every year you work at Metso.
- Gender neutral parental leave -18 weeks paid in full
- Paid Volunteer Leaveso you can give back to the local community or an organisation of your choice
- Comprehensive medical benefitsincluding discounted private health insurance for employees and immediate family
- Novated lease -this benefit allows you to save on a new car and potentially enjoy significant tax savings
- Various leisurebenefits including discounted car rental and accommodation for leisure travel around the world.

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 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.

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