Field Service Technician: Mining Equipment & Onsite Support

Weir Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Weir Group is seeking a hands-on Maintenance/Field Service professional to support critical Weir GEHO equipment at customer sites and Weir Service Centres in Australia. You will perform maintenance, repairs and installations, while leading by example in safety and lean operations.

The role emphasises building strong customer relationships, delivering on-time service, and collaborating with service teams to optimise efficiency and growth. Travel to sites will be a regular expectation.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting, Machining, or related discipline (AQF Level III or higher).
• Proven experience in fitting and machining within workshop and onsite environments.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documents, safety procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting with customers and stakeholders.
• Previous leadership experience or the demonstrated ability to lead teams and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adaptable and solutions-focused, with knowledge of lean principles and practical application of mathematical concepts in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, rebuilds, and installations on critical Weir GEHO equipment to maximise reliability and minimise downtime.
• Deliver hands-on field service support, supervise customer personnel onsite, and build strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with service teams to improve operational efficiency, apply lean principles, and support business growth initiatives.
• Demonstrate leadership through safe work practices, workforce engagement, flexibility, and a commitment to achieving business objectives.
• Travel regularly to customer sites and service centres to complete inspections, maintenance, testing, documentation, and project work while maintaining a zero-harm safety focus.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Education

AQF Level III+ Mechanical Trade

Fitting & Machining experience

Technical reading & interpretation

Written & verbal communication

Leadership capability

Lean principles & problem solving

Job description

Weir Group is seeking a hands-on Maintenance/Field Service professional to support critical Weir GEHO equipment at customer sites and Weir Service Centres in Australia. You will perform maintenance, repairs and installations, while leading by example in safety and lean operations.

The role emphasises building strong customer relationships, delivering on-time service, and collaborating with service teams to optimise efficiency and growth. Travel to sites will be a regular expectation.