Mechanical Fitter
Weir
Wingfield, SA
Onsite
What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.
Make your impact
Bring your trade expertise to a business that values your skills. We are looking for an experienced Fitter to join our close-knit workshop team, where you'll play a key role in pump maintenance, overhauls and rebuilds. You'll apply your technical skills in machining and precision measurement while supporting the delivery of high-quality solutions for the mining industry. Experience with Weir pumps and shutdown work will be highly regarded.
What you’ll do
- Workshop Maintenance: Perform pump stripping, inspection, measurement, rebuilding, and assembly work to OEM specifications primarily at the Wingfield workshop.
- Field Service & Shutdown Support: Provide periodic field service and shutdown support, mainly in Whyalla and other mine sites as required, including night shifts and travel.
- Measurement & Quality Control: Use micrometers, vernier callipers, and other precision tools to inspect components, assess tolerances, and support quality decisions during pump rebuilds.
- Physical & Safety Demands: Undertake physically demanding, heavy, and sometimes dirty mechanical work, especially during shutdowns, while maintaining strong safety awareness.
- Team Collaboration: Work effectively in small crews, communicate clearly, and collaborate across the workshop and broader business to meet time-sensitive shutdown schedules.
- Travel Requirements: Be comfortable traveling to Whyalla and other sites for shutdowns, including night shifts of 10 to 12 hours, with accommodation and allowances provided.
- Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.
What you’ll bring
Must-haves:
- Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent Fitter/Fitter and Turner qualification.
- Proven experience in heavy industry, mining, quarrying, crushing, conveying, or similar industrial environments.
- Competency in accurate mechanical measurement using micrometers, vernier callipers, and internal/external measuring techniques.
- Strong safety focus with the ability to undertake physically demanding mechanical work safely.
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience with pump maintenance, stripping, or rebuilds, preferably with Weir pumps.
- Previous mine-site or field-service exposure, including shutdown work.
- Machining background or precision measurement experience.
Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Career development and learning support
- Access to global inclusion networks
- Regional and team-specific benefits
- Sharebuilder scheme
- Wellness support for you and your family
- Collaboration with global teams
- Study support
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