Mechanical Fitter

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

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: 07/28/2025

Introduction: 

We are looking for an energetic Mechanical Tradesperson who wants to take the next step. The role involves a split between "hands on" mechanical work and managing the mechanical maintenance in a small established foundry and managing small projects. We have an experienced inhouse production team to work with along with a well-established team of external contractors. You will be the glue tying it all together.  In this position, you will report to the Foundry Manager.  

Team you will belong to:

Our foundry has four sections; Pattern Shop/Stores, Before Cast, Melt/Pour and After Cast. We work closely in sync within our foundry's four sections in collaboration with our Production Support Team - enabling daily operations' functionality. Our team culture is all about safety and collaboration

What you will do:

• Ensure that plant equipment and machinery is inspected, maintained in a safe, timely and efficient manner while maintaining the company values.
• Plan the best way to approach the daily projects and maintenance schedule.
• Ensure all work is in accordance with work instructions, to maintain plant utilization and keep up with safety standards, plant integrity and meet the requirements of shop floor employees. 
• Timeously respond to breakdowns in order of priority and advised by plant Supervisors.
• To ensure that compliance with legal, governance and policy requirements are achieved.
• Prioritizing records keeping of maintenance repairs and inspections. 
• Detailed reports of plant failures and conditions.
• Essential to communicate mechanical issues to plant users and managers to prevent future malfunctions.
• Share knowledge and expertise with shopfloor employees.
• Use hand tools and power tools for all handheld operations.
• Use workshop mechanical devices for basic maintenance operations.
• Identify and stock up plant equipment and machinery parts that are fast moving.
• Data entry into the business portal
• Operate fixed and movable load shifting equipment.
• Contribute to process improvements
• Treat plant and equipment with care.
• Project maintenance support

Who you are:

• Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter
• A motivated individual with a strong work ethic
• Possess an impeccable safety record
• Be keen to contribute to a progressive and dynamic organization 
• Hold a nationally recognised trade certificate
• Forklift Licence (desirable)

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

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 service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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