Technical Specialist - Machining

Permanent Full-Time | Mix of Office (Welshpool) & WA Mine Sites | Technical Leadership & Growth

• Town/Workshop Rate: $75.00
• Site Rate: $90.00

FMS Group is expanding our WA machining division and we're looking for an experienced Machining Technical Specialist to become our go-to person for line boring, machining and technical field operations.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly competent Line Borer or Machinist who's ready to take the next step beyond the tools and play a key role in growing and developing an expanding division.

You'll split your time between our Welshpool office and various WA mine sites, combining hands-on technical expertise with job planning, equipment mobilisation, team coordination and business development.

We're looking for someone who knows their trade, can lead from the front and wants to have a genuine impact on the future of the division.

The Opportunity

• Permanent, full-time wages position based between Welshpool and WA mine sites
• Become the go-to technical specialist for line boring and machining operations
• Assist with job planning, scheduling, equipment mobilisation and site coordination
• Support the identification, scoping and securing of new machining work
• Provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting across site operations
• Train, mentor and develop new Line Borers and Machinists
• Play a key role in expanding the division's capabilities, workforce and client relationships

Job Overview

• Provide technical expertise across on-site line boring, machining and precision repair activities
• Assess worn or damaged components, determine repair requirements and recommend suitable machining solutions
• Coordinate tooling, equipment, personnel and resources for upcoming site work
• Assist with job scopes, technical requirements, work packs and mobilisation planning
• Support complex machining repairs, bore reclamation, alignment and dimensional verification
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and quality across machining projects

What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience in line boring, machining or heavy equipment maintenance
• Strong technical understanding of mobile line boring and precision machining
• Previous mining, heavy engineering or field service experience
• Ability to plan, coordinate and troubleshoot complex site-based work
• Strong communication, leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Confidence dealing with clients, supervisors and operational teams
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Ability to travel to mine sites throughout WA as required

Previous supervisory or coordination experience will be highly regarded, but we're equally interested in experienced tradespeople ready to step up.

Why FMS Group?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Combination of office-based and hands-on site work
• Genuine opportunity to influence and grow an expanding division
• Exposure to major WA mining clients and projects
• Opportunity to develop and mentor your own technical team
• Long-term career progression as the division continues to expand

This isn't just another machining position. We're looking for someone who wants to become a key part of the business, take ownership of their area of expertise and help build something bigger.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Line Borer or Machinist ready for greater responsibility, technical leadership and long-term career growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.