Trade Assistant - Workshop

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 11/26/2026

Introduction
We are seeking a Trades Assistant to join our Service team at our Kalgoorlie Pump Service Centre. You will be responsible for assisting the Facility and teams within carry out general duties to ensure all aspects of the Repairs / Field Service business run smoothly and service expectations are achieved.

In this position, you will report to the Operations Manager.

This new position is located in Kalgoorlie and would suit a local resident.

Team you belong to
You will join an experienced and dedicated team of Service technicians who strive to ensure operations and workshop repairs are completed on time and to a high standard. Our team is motivated and keen to succeed.

What you’ll do

- Assisting qualified trades persons to carry out allocated tasks • Conduct housekeeping inside the workshop and surrounding areas under guidance from Supervisor and Leading Hands

- Assist Storeman with unpacking / packing of goods. Audits of store inventory when required. Pick up and drop off parts from local suppliers.

- Assist with construction of pallets and crates.

- Help with general Field Service-related issues, Ie Pick up / drop off parts and equipment vital to job.

- Adhering to correct behaviour, appearance and workplace practices are upheld as per Company standards.

- Ensuring the correct Personal Protective Equipment is utilised, and taking responsibility for own health and safety and on the job performance.

- Operate Forklift

Who you are

- Experience using hand tools

- Forklift ticket

- Ability to undertake repetitive work whilst maintaining high attention to detail.

- Ability to communicate effectively with another employee.

- Positive and proactive approach to safety

- Excellent work presentation values

What's in it for you

- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority – both your physical and mental health is our priority • A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program

- Additional Annual Leave benefit for all permanent and maximum term employees

- Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave of 18 weeks at full pay

- Paid Volunteer Leave so you can give back to the local community or an organisation of your choice

- Family focused events as your family forms part of our close-knit community

- Comprehensive medical benefits including discounted private health insurance for employees and immediate family

- Company provided Salary Continuance insurance cover

- Career development & education assistance to further your technical and leadership ambitions

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.

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