Job Description
Our workshops are based in Somersby NSW, & Kwinana Beach WA, and our business is to maintain and provide spare parts for rotating equipment such as steam and gas turbines, pumps, compressors and blowers, gearboxes, as well as reciprocating compressors.
IPS Australia is currently looking for qualified Field Service Engineers with 5+ years experience in rotating equipment to be based at our WA and Somersby Workshops, but also work on sites throughout Australia, New Zealand, PNG and Pacific Islands.
Your role main responsibilities will include:
Carry out field service activities on rotating machinery from various manufacturers
Strip, inspect, repair, rebuild, commission machinery including reporting and recommendations
Supervise a team of mechanical fitters and is capable of working autonomously
Assist the operation of the workshop as required including hands on activity during field service down time.
Assist sales activities for both workshop and field services in conjunction with IPS Business Development Managers.
Including customer visits.
Provide technical customer support to clients
Develop detailed scope of works to assist in sales and contract execution.
Development of specific quality documentation (ITP's, IRS, Work Procedures) for service activities in conjunction with Operation Manager
Provide on the job training for IPS service personnel
You will work mainly on
Steam and gas turbines
Axial, centrifugal, multistage, integrally gear compressors and expanders
Screw compressors
Fans and blowers
Industrial gearboxes




Reciprocating compressors and valves
This is predominately a Field Service position.
Ability to travel to field locations within Australia is required.
The applicant will be able to work on his own or part of a team according to OHS& E standard.
The Field Service Engineer is the Supervisor on site and manages the team as well as being the main point of contact for our client.
To be considered you will be:
Master/Bachelor degree or a certificate IV in Mechanical Engineering
Australian Citizen or a Permanent Resident
5+ years rotating equipment experience
based in WA or willing to relocate
experience in project management – favourable but not essential
professional accreditation such as CPEng, NER, RPEng, RPEQ (favourable but not essential)
We are looking for high achievers who strive for results and have a strong commitment to achieving safety standards.
We want people who are skilled, innovative, committed and looking to be challenged.




You will have a pragmatic approach to problem solving and will have sound communication skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of different stakeholders.In return for your hard work and dedication you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, an opportunity for growth opportunities and development as well as the chance to work with a team of driven and professional colleagues who encourage and support the delivery of optimum results.
Key Responsibilities
Strip, inspect, repair, rebuild, commission machinery including reporting and recommendations
Supervise a team of mechanical fitters and is capable of working autonomously
Support the operation of the service activities with technical expertise
Assist the operation of the workshop as required including hands on activity during field service down time.
Assist sales activities for both workshop and field services in conjunction with IPS Business Development Managers.
Including customer visits.
Provide technical customer support to clients
Develop detailed scope of works to assist in sales and contract execution.
Development of specific quality documentation (ITP's, IRS, Work Procedures) for service activities in conjunction with Operation Manager
Provide on the job training for IPS service personnel
Skill & Experience
To be considered you will be:
Master/Bachelor degree or a certificate IV in Mechanical Engineering
Australian Citizen or a Permanent Resident
5+ years rotating equipment experience
based in WA or willing to relocate
experience in project management – favourable but not essential
professional accreditation such as CPEng, NER, RPEng, RPEQ (favourable but not essential)

📌 Field Service Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 IPS Australia
📍 New South Wales