Who we are
At SUEZ we are passionate about environmental services and our ability to impact the world we live in.
For almost 160 years, SUEZ has supported local communities and industrial companies in the management of essential services such as water, waste, and air quality.
As such, SUEZ produces drinking water for 66 million people worldwide, recovers 2 million tons of secondary raw materials per year, and generates 3.1 TWh of renewable energy from waste.
In our ongoing management of the ecological transition and climate change challenges, SUEZ will rely on the expertise and commitment of its 45,000 employees (particularly in France, Italy, Central Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia) to offer high value-added and customized environmental solutions to all its customers.
SUEZ's expertise allows, for instance, its customers to avoid the emission of 4.2 million tons of CO2, thus improving their carbon footprint and their impact on climate.
Our Vacancy
The Maintenance Support Technician – Mechanical plays a key role in ensuring the Perth Seawater Desalination Plant operates safely, efficiently, and reliably. This hands-on position is suited to a trade-qualified professional with solid mechanical maintenance experience in heavy industry, water, petrochemical, or mining environments.
In this role you will:
* Perform planned and corrective maintenance on mechanical assets, ensuring plant reliability and uptime.
* Respond to equipment failures, diagnose faults, and implement safe, cost-effective repairs.
* Carry out preventive maintenance activities such as calibrations, condition monitoring, inspections, lubrication, and equipment replacement.
* Participate in an on-call roster to provide after-hours maintenance support during unplanned events.
* Complete maintenance work orders and capture accurate data within the site's CMMS.
* Liaise with contractors and issue work clearances and permits according to SUEZ procedures.
* Support safe work practices by monitoring contractors, ensuring inductions are completed, and maintaining high quality standards.
* Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to coordinate works and continuous improvement activities.
About You
You are an adaptable and proactive tradesperson who thrives in a collaborative, safety-driven environment. You take ownership of your work, communicate effectively, and enjoy solving mechanical challenges.
To be successful, you will have:
* A trade certificate in a mechanical field.
* 5+ years' experience in water, petrochemical, mining, or other heavy industrial settings.
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability with a hands-on approach.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and external contractors.
* A current driver's licence.
* Willingness to work reasonable overtime and participate in an on-call roster as required.
Our value proposition
* We celebrate our differences and understand that diversity fuels our creativity and innovation (collaborative and inclusive work culture).
* We believe in providing everyone an equal chance to excel and grow (equal opportunities for career development and advancement).
* We provide a supportive and engaging environment fostering innovation that is future-focused for next generations.
* Your wellbeing is supported through our wellbeing program offering monthly initiatives and 24/7 access to our employee assistance program.
* Access exclusive company discounts with Flare HR.
* Novated leasing opportunities.
Want to know more?
Location: Perth Seawater Desalination Plant
Applications close: 24 November 2025
Please note we will not be accepting resumes from unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies.