Join a global OEM leader supporting the mining industry with innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions. FLSmidth is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Technical Advisor to join our Site Services and Shutdown team based in Welshpool, WA. This role has been created to support continued HPGR growth and increasing customer demand across our service operations.
As a Technical Advisor, you will play a key role overseeing mechanical service, shutdown maintenance, inspections, commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support on OEM fixed plant equipment across customer sites. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical capability, customer engagement skills, and the ability to lead crews during shutdowns and field service activities.
Extensive travel, including international travel at times, will be required.
What you will be doingLead and coordinate field service, shutdown, commissioning, and maintenance activities on OEM equipment
Perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs, testing, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems
Support customers with technical advisory services and maintenance planning
Supervise and mentor site personnel and contractors during shutdown 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
Mechanical Fitter, Machinist, or similar trade qualification
Experience working with fixed plant mining equipment in heavy industry environments
Technical advisory experience across OEM equipment such as crushers, mills, screens, thickeners, flotation cells, reclaimers, stackers, belt filters, or similar
Strong shutdown and commissioning experience within mining operations
Supervisory or team leadership experience in field service environments
Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
Strong customer communication and relationship management skills
Ability and willingness to travel extensively
Intermediate computer skills and ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics
Hard rock mining experience highly regarded
Competitive remuneration package
Opportunity to develop your technical and leadership capabilities within a global OEM
Long-term career stability with an established global organisation operating since 1882
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Salary packaging options to maximise after-tax income
Paid parental leave and purchased annual leave options
Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family
At FLSmidth we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where employees can thrive and grow their careers. We support flexible work practices, career development, and a strong safety-first culture.
Please note: All candidates will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol test. Australian working rights are required for this position. Third-party applications will not be accepted.
We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.
Skills Required
- Mechanical Fitter, Machinist, or similar trade qualification
- Experience working with fixed plant mining equipment in heavy industry environments
- Technical advisory experience across OEM equipment
- Strong shutdown and commissioning experience within mining operations
- Supervisory or team leadership experience in field service environments
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong customer communication and relationship management skills
- Intermediate computer skills and ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively
FLSmidth Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FLSmidth and has not been reviewed or approved by FLSmidth.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage commonly includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Feedback suggests these plans are perceived as comprehensive and a relative strong point.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Packages typically include PTO, about 10 paid holidays, and parental leave. Feedback suggests time-off offerings are viewed as solid and supportive of work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching is frequently available. Feedback suggests this is a valued component of the package in the U.S.
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What We Do
FLSmidth is a full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining and cement industries. We help our customers to improve performance, lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact. With our MissionZero programme, we have set a target of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining and zero-emissions cement production by 2030, supporting a green transition built upon sustainable materials. www.flsmidth.com/MissionZero Our operations span the globe and we are close to 11,000 employees, present in more than 60 countries. In 2022, FLSmidth generated revenue of DKK 21.8 billion. FLSmidth is listed on NASDAQ OMX Exchange Copenhagen. #technology #mining #cement #productivity #innovation #MissionZero Privacy policy - https://www.flsmidth.com/en-gb/privacy-policy
