Build More Than Dewatering Systems. Build Your Career.
ABBA Engineering is growing our FIFO Dewatering & Projects Team, and we're looking for experienced
Dewatering Technicians and Dewatering Supervisors
to join us.
These are exciting opportunities for hands-on professionals who enjoy working across dewatering systems, mechanical maintenance, pipeline installation and site services. You will be part of a skilled team delivering critical infrastructure solutions across Western Australia's mining industry while continuing to develop your technical and leadership skills.
If you enjoy solving problems in the field, working with modern equipment and being part of a team where your skills are valued, we would like to hear from you.
Why Join ABBA
We offer competitive advantages to help you grow personally and professionally:
Competitive FIFO salary package, based on experience
Structured FIFO roster (8:6) to the Goldfields area
Accommodation and flights provided
Training and upskilling opportunities
Career progression into senior and supervisory roles
Commitment to safety-first operations with modern equipment and tooling
Long-term opportunities with a growing company
About the Roles
As a Dewatering Supervisor, you will lead and coordinate the dewatering team to ensure projects and site activities are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Your duties will include:
Supervising and coordinating Dewatering Technicians and site personnel
Planning and coordinating daily dewatering activities and work priorities
Overseeing the installation, operation and maintenance of pumps, pipelines and dewatering infrastructure
Monitoring dewatering systems and ensuring they operate effectively
Coordinating HDPE pipeline fabrication, poly welding and installation activities
Supervising excavation, trenching,



backfilling and pipeline installation works
Coordinating the operation of mobile plant and site equipment
Conducting inspections and ensuring preventative maintenance and breakdown activities are completed
Reading drawings, work packs and project documentation
Monitoring job progress and providing updates to management
Ensuring work is completed in accordance with company procedures, client requirements and site standards
Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring all team members follow site safety requirements
Identifying hazards, managing risks and reporting incidents or issues as required
Supporting the training, development and performance of team members
Working collaboratively with clients, site personnel and other contractors
As a Dewatering Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the installation, operation and maintenance of dewatering systems across mining sites.
Your duties will include:
Installing and maintaining pumps, pipelines and dewatering infrastructure
Operating and monitoring dewatering systems
Assisting with HDPE pipeline fabrication and poly welding
Excavation, trenching, backfilling and pipeline installation
Operating mobile plant, including excavators, skid steers, loaders and telehandlers
Performing preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs
Reading drawings and assisting with project installations
Identifying and reporting equipment faults and site hazards




Working safely and effectively within mining environments
Supporting the team to meet project and operational requirements
About You
We're looking for practical, safety-focused and reliable professionals with experience in one or more of the following:
Dewatering operations
Pump maintenance or mechanical fitting
Mining maintenance
HDPE/poly welding
Civil construction or earthworks
Mining project or site services
For the
Dewatering Supervisor
position, experience leading a team in a mining, dewatering, mechanical or civil environment will be highly regarded. Strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills are essential.
Licences & Tickets
The following licences and tickets are highly regarded:
Current Australian Driver's Licence (MR or HR preferred)
White Card
Telehandler, Excavator and Skid Steer tickets
High Risk Work Licence
Working at Heights
Confined Space
Poly Welding / HDPE qualifications or experience
About ABBA Engineering
ABBA Engineering is an Australian-owned engineering company delivering specialist solutions across the mining, industrial and infrastructure sectors.
Our services include:
Dewatering operations and project delivery
Pump hire and maintenance
HDPE pipeline installation and poly welding
Mechanical maintenance and site services
Civil construction support and infrastructure installation
Engineering, fabrication and manufacturing
Shutdown and project support
With operations in Perth, Kalgoorlie and the Gold Coast, we're continuing to grow and invest in our people.
ABBA Engineering is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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📌 Dewatering Supervisor & Dewatering Technicians (Fifo) (Kalgoorlie - Boulder)
🏢 ABBA Engineering
📍 Kalgoorlie - Boulder