Fire Suppression Technician

Working an 8:6 days-only roster, you will play a key role in protecting critical mining assets by maintaining and servicing mobile fire suppression systems, performing equipment audits, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring all inspections and documentation meet AS5062 requirements.

You will work across:

• Excavators: CAT 6020
• Loaders: CAT 988 & CAT 992
• Dozers: CAT D10 & D11
• Dump Trucks: CAT 785D
• Graders: CAT 18
• Drills: Epiroc D65

Why Join SMS Mining Services?

• Competitive Rates – Earn up to $55 per hour full-time (experience dependant), plus annual leave and additional employee benefits.
• Career Development – Long-term career opportunities with ongoing training, development, and internal progression across our growing business.
• Site-Based Opportunity – Join a high-performing team on site, working on a diverse range of heavy equipment in a safety-focused environment with consistent work and strong support.
• Health & Wellbeing – Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for you and your immediate family.
• Safety-First Culture – Join a team where safety, teamwork and quality are at the heart of everything we do.
• Industry-Leading Equipment – Gain exposure to some of Australia's largest mining fleets

What We're Looking For

• Certificate II in Fire Protection and Testing.
• Valid HR Class Driver’s Licence (HR-B Licence preferred but not essential).
• Previous experience working on heavy mining equipment fire suppression systems.
• Maintenance and installation experience within a mining environment.
• Experience performing Level 1 + 2 service on Mobile Suppression Systems.
• Working knowledge of AS1851-2012 and AS5062 Standards.
• Fire suppression system installations on heavy equipment (Desirable).

Eastern states applicants encouraged to apply.

• Financial Flexibility – Salary Sacrificing and Novated Leasing
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Exclusive BUPA Discounts
• Recognition & Appreciation – Individual and team recognition programs
• Career Growth Opportunities – Internal progression and ongoing training
• Referral Rewards – Employee Referral Program
• Community Service Support – Emergency Services Leave and Defence Force Reserves Leave 

About Us

SMS Mining Services is a privately owned Western Australian mining contractor, operating since 2000. We deliver equipment rental, maintenance, and contract mining services across WA. Safety, teamwork, and long-term careers sit at the core of everything we do.

Applications must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

SMS Mining Services is an equal opportunity employer. First Nations peoples and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.