DEWATERING TECHNICIAN FIFO 2:1
- Install and maintain water pumps, generators, and dewatering trailers.
- Ensure safety and compliance in dewatering operations.
- Work on a 2:1 roster in open mine pit environments.
07th October, 2026
UON Energy for Every Future
UON is a Western Australian integrated energy company providing turnkey energy and water solutions to the mining sector and beyond, helping our customers on their decarbonisation journey utilising the technology, skills and real experience of team members across the business.
UON’s business centres around the design, manufacturing, supply, construction and maintenance of remote, off-grid power and water infrastructure, with many of the products manufactured in UON’s Malaga facility, based on proprietary and patented designs.
About The Opportunity:
Note: Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered and shortlisted for this position.
UON is welcoming applications from experienced and self-motivated Dewatering Technicians on a 2:1 roster to come on board in the New Year.
The purpose of Dewatering Technician is to install and maintain Water pumps, generators, dewatering trailers, HDPE pipelines and associated valving whilst maintaining a high degree of safety.
Requirements - Essential:
- Relevant trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter / Pipe Fitter or a Poly Welding Ticket.
- HDPE / PEHD welding experience.
- A minimum of 2years experience in open mine pit dewatering role.
- Valid Load restraint training (Secure Cargo & Load And Unload Goods/Cargo).
- Wellmaster system Training.
- CoR - Drivers Training
Licenses & Tickets - Essential:
- Current Manual WA HR Class Drivers Licence
- White/Blue Card Construction
- Current Chainsaw certification
- Current High Risk Work Licence – Forklift (LF)
- Current High Risk Work Licence – Dogging (DG)
- Current High Risk Work Licence - CV, C2 or C6 Crane Ticket
- Valid Operating Tickets – Excavator (LE)
- Valid Operating Tickets - IT Loader
About You:
- Good communication skills (written/interpersonal).
- Attention to detail.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Physically able to lift and move items.
- Ability to follow instructions when given.
- Ability to work independently & within a team.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Organisational and time-management skills.
What We Offer:
- Referral Bonuses for recommending talented individuals to join the team.
- Corporate Health Cover Plan exclusive to UON employees.
- Ongoing Training and Development programs (internal training).
- Career growth opportunities within a dynamic and growing business.
- A vibrant and active social club.
- Novated lease options available through partnership.
UON is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, are encouraged to apply.
Note: Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered and shortlisted for this position.
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