Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter 
Weir Minerals 
Perth Airport
Onsite 

 

We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter with exposure to welding to join our Perth Service Centre, based near Perth Airport!

The role will have you working on all Weir brand equipment and non-OEM equipment in pumps, valves and cyclones. You will be responsible and able to strip pumps from drawings/manuals, carry out measuring and reassemble to OEM specifications, including balancing, pressure testing and completing final inspection reports.

Offering a family friendly Monday to Friday roster and much more:

• Monday - Thursday 6.30am – 3.00pm
• Friday 6.30am – 12.30pm
• All uniforms, tools, iPad and PPE provided.
• Above industry standard superannuation of 12%
• Exemplary and pro-active safety culture driven by all employees
• Skill Matrix system allowing you to progress in the company
• Onsite parking, monthly BBQs and a great culture where you are rewarded for your efforts

Why choose Weir: 
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting. 
 
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives. 
 
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do. 
 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Stripping, repairing and reporting on all equipment at our Service Centre in Perth, WA.
• Maintaining and repairing all products in accordance with the Service Centre Quality Manual.
• Making recommendations for improvements to current products, services and procedures.
• Be fully and actively involved in implementing the Weir Production System at their Rebuild Centre
• Visiting mine sites during shutdown periods to provide additional support.

 Key Requirements:

• Cert III – Mechanical Engineering/Fitting & Turning 
• Experience in welding is desirable
• Driver’s License
• High Risk forklift ticket, overhead crane and dogging tickets – highly desirable
• Experience working as a Mechanical Fitter in a workshop or onsite
• Experience working on Pumps, Cyclones, Valves and related equipment is desirable 
• Australian Work Rights

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives. 
 
For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page. 
 

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.  
 
 
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