JOB DETAILS

Field Service Technician

CompanyWeir
LocationRichards Bay
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 1, 2026
About The Company
MOTION METRICS™ is a Canadian mining technology division that enables a new generation of safe, smart, and sustainable mining. Based in Vancouver, B.C., the company joined forces with Weir, one of the world’s leading engineering businesses, to empower mines by developing and deploying advanced monitoring solutions that address the industry’s toughest challenges. A diverse and tight-knit team of 100+ engineers, scientists, and professionals, Weir Motion Metrics colleagues share a passion for driving industry change through innovation by leveraging leading-edge, rugged camera technology and artificial intelligence. Through deep collaboration and industry expertise, Weir MOTION METRICS™ prioritizes customer partnerships in productivity and safety. Serving the mining market since 1999, then joining Weir in 2021, MOTION METRICS™ is proud to be Weir’s first-ever center of excellence for artificial intelligence and machine vision technology. Visit our Careers page: https://weir.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Weir_External_Careers/jobs?q=Weir+Motion+Metrics
About the Role

Field Service Technician

Location: Richards Bay 

Work Arrangement: Onsite 

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

  • Ensure optimal equipment performance and data driven maintenance.     
  • Liaise with the end users on site.      
  • Provide daily feedback reports on Field Services·       
  • Conduct Condition Monitoring on allocated equipment.     
  • Provide monthly Pump maintenance reports.     
  • Conduct vibration analysis on allocated equipment.       
  • Perform RCA for unplanned downtime.  
  • Ensure adherence to all Safety Health Environment (SHE) and housekeeping requirements as per Field service protocol.   
  • Adhere to Duty of Care Policy at all times.
  • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves:

  • Grade 12 or N3 Certificate or equivalent.
  • Qualified: Fitter / Fitter & Turner / Millwright (Verified Section 13 / 26D qualification).
  • Valid C1 driver’s license.
  • Computer literate - Microsoft Office suite.
  • 2-4 years’ experience in minerals processing plants.
  • Experience in maintenance of process equipment.

Nice-to-haves: 

  • SAP experience.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. 

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. 

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits 

  • Competitive pay. 
  • Career development and learning support. 
  • Access to global inclusion networks. 
  • Regional and team-specific benefits. 
  • Sharebuilder scheme.
  • Wellness support for you and your family.
  • Collaboration with global teams.
  • Study support.


 

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Key Skills
Condition MonitoringVibration AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisPump MaintenanceMicrosoft OfficeSAPEquipment Performance OptimizationSafety Health Environment (SHE) Compliance
Categories
TradesEngineeringManufacturingEnvironmental & SustainabilitySecurity & Safety
Benefits
Competitive PayCareer Development And Learning SupportAccess To Global Inclusion NetworksRegional And Team-specific BenefitsSharebuilder SchemeWellness SupportCollaboration With Global TeamsStudy Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Ensure optimal equipment performance through data-driven maintenance, condition monitoring, and vibration analysis. Provide detailed feedback and maintenance reports while adhering to strict safety and housekeeping protocols.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
153
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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