Field Service Lead - Mining Equipment & Shutdowns

FLSmidth; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career stability

Parental leave

Job summary

FLSmidth in Welshpool, WA, seeks a Technical Advisor to lead field service, shutdowns, commissioning and maintenance on OEM equipment. You will oversee inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and troubleshooting while guiding crews on site and ensuring quality outcomes.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong customer communication, and the ability to travel extensively to mining sites, with emphasis on safety and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in mechanical field.
• Experience with fixed plant mining equipment.
• Experience with OEM equipment such as crushers, mills, screens or similar.
• Shutdown and commissioning experience in mining operations.
• Supervisory or team leadership in field service environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate field service, shutdown, commissioning, and maintenance activities on OEM equipment.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• Support customers with technical advisory services and maintenance planning.
• Supervise site personnel and contractors during shutdowns and commissioning activities.
• Interpret technical drawings and schematics to support field execution.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all activities.
• Build strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and improvements.

Skills

Mechanical fitter

Machinist

Technical advisory

Shutdown supervision

Customer communication

Travel ready

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

FLSmidth in Welshpool, WA, seeks a Technical Advisor to lead field service, shutdowns, commissioning and maintenance on OEM equipment. You will oversee inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and troubleshooting while guiding crews on site and ensuring quality outcomes.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong customer communication, and the ability to travel extensively to mining sites, with emphasis on safety and technical excellence.