Mechanical Fitter – Fixed Plant

Company: Gypsy Liners Pty Ltd
Location: Canning Vale, Perth WA, with travel to mine sites throughout Western Australia
Employment Type: Full time, ongoing
Salary: $65 per hour + superannuation

About Gypsy Liners

Gypsy Liners is a Western Australian engineering and manufacturing company specialising in the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of long-life mining equipment.

We work with major mining operations throughout Western Australia, providing specialised hydrocyclone equipment, mechanical maintenance services and ongoing equipment inspection and management programs.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our team and support our workshop and mine site operations.

About the Role

This position involves the installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of hydrocyclone systems and associated fixed plant equipment at mineral processing operations throughout Western Australia.

The successful candidate will work with Gypsy Liners' specialised hydrocyclone components, installation tooling and maintenance procedures, undertaking both scheduled mine site shutdowns and ongoing equipment inspection and maintenance activities.

The role involves a combination of workshop-based work in Canning Vale and travel to customer mine sites.

Key Responsibilities

Hydrocyclone Inspection and Maintenance

- Conduct detailed inspections of hydrocyclone clusters using Gypsy Liners' established inspection processes and digital reporting systems.
- Inspect hydrocyclone components, including spigots, vortex finders, ceramic liners and associated equipment.
- Identify wear, damage, mechanical faults and maintenance requirements.
- Record inspection findings,



component measurements and equipment condition to support maintenance planning.
- Undertake preventative and corrective maintenance of hydrocyclone systems and associated fixed plant equipment.

Mechanical Installation and Shutdowns

- Assemble, install, maintain and replace hydrocyclones, valves, ceramic-lined pipework and associated mechanical equipment.
- Remove and replace worn components, including silicon carbide (SiC) ceramic liners, spigots and vortex finders.
- Interpret engineering drawings, mechanical specifications and OEM installation procedures.
- Utilise mechanical fitting tools, lifting equipment.
- Undertake mechanical fitting, alignment, adjustment and fastening of equipment.
- Participate in scheduled mine site shutdowns and maintenance activities.
- Conduct post-installation inspections and quality assurance checks.

Equipment Management and Reporting

- Complete equipment inspection and maintenance records
- Assist with shutdown preparation, including identifying required components, tools and replacement equipment.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability, service life and maintenance practices.

Skills and Experience

Essential Requirements

- Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting (Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent).
- Experience in mechanical installation,



maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and technical specifications.
- Competency in the use of mechanical fitting tools, measuring equipment and lifting equipment.
- Strong understanding of workplace safety, mechanical isolation procedures and safe work practices.
- Ability and willingness to travel to mine sites throughout Western Australia.

Highly Regarded

- Previous experience in fixed plant maintenance within mining or mineral processing operations.
- Experience working on hydrocyclones, slurry handling equipment, valves or pipework.
- Experience with ceramic-lined equipment and wear-resistant components.
- Previous mine site shutdown experience.
- Experience conducting equipment inspections and preparing maintenance reports.

What We Offer

- Full-time, ongoing employment with a growing Western Australian engineering and manufacturing company.
- Competitive remuneration.
- Opportunity to work with specialised mining equipment and established mineral processing operations.
- Training in Gypsy Liners' equipment, installation procedures, specialised tooling and digital inspection systems.
- A varied role combining workshop activities, mine site inspections and scheduled shutdown maintenance.
- Opportunities for ongoing technical development and career progression.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your mechanical fitting qualifications, relevant experience and availability.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates with experience in mechanical fitting and fixed plant maintenance.

Pay: $65.00 per hour

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Mechanical Fitter - Fixed Plant (Canning Vale)
🏢 Gypsy Liners
📍 Canning Vale