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At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.
Job posting end date: 03/12/2025
We are seeking a Testwork Engineer to join our Minerals team. The role will be responsible for completing test work for our clients and relevant stakeholders. In this position, you will report to the Director, Proposals & Test Work Engineer
This position is based in the, Metso Perth Technology Center, located in Bayswater, WA.
Team you belong to
You will join a talented team of colleagues who are passionate about what they do. We work closely with internal and external stakeholders demonstrating a high level of professionalism and expertise in everything we do.
What you’ll do
• Liaise with clients on their test work requirements and develop test work plans in conjunction with Sales Managers and Technical Managers
• Assist the Sales team with the development of client relationships and provide early sales leads
• Establish metallurgical parameters for laboratory and pilot test work
• Carry out laboratory and pilot testing for thickening, clarifying, filtration and other metallurgical process applications
• Report writing and the use of data to select and size the appropriate industrial scale equipment with support from Technical Managers
• Carry out metallurgical and development test work on various metallurgical treatment plants
• Maintenance of test reporting database and hazardous chemical databases (MSDS’S)
• Support research and development projects
• Maintenance planning and implementation for pilot equipment
• Responsibility for laboratory purchases and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Preparation and/or maintenance of pilot equipment operating and maintenance manuals
• Responsibility for QA lab procedures
This position requires the ability to travel both domestically and internationally – estimated travel is up to 120 days per year.
Who you are
• Tertiary degree in Extractive Metallurgy or Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering or extensive relevant technical experience
• 3+ years experience in the mineral processing industry or chemical processing industries
• Excellent report writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to liaise with internal and external customers
• A methodical and consistent approach to routine test work
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong practical mechanical and process problem solving skills
• Ability to perform complex analytical calculations
• Technical orientation and familiarity with metallurgy, mechanical equipment and process systems
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
• Flexibility in your working lifestyle
• 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
• Active Social Club and companywide social events as your social wellness is important to us
• 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 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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
Metso is a frontrunner in providing sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. By helping our customers increase their productivity, improve their energy and water efficiency and environmental performance with our process and product expertise, we are the partner for positive change.
Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Metso employs over 16,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2022 were about EUR 5.3 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com.
Hiring Manager: Matthew Stewart
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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 process expertise. We are the partner for positive change.
Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial