Lead Technical Field Advisor
Sulzer
Date: 12 hours ago
City: Maitland, New South Wales
Contract type: Full time

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Lead Technical Field Advisor - Full Time - Maitland NSW, Australia
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
Join the Field Services team at Sulzer Australia
Are you a seasoned turbine expert with a knack for leading technical overhauls? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your expertise drives success? At Sulzer, we’re on the lookout for a
Lead Technical Field Engineer to spearhead onsite overhauls of steam and gas turbines. If you’re ready to bring your expertise and leadership to a global organization that values innovation and excellence, we want you on our team!
About The Role
Reporting to the Field Services and Senior Project Manager, this role is pivotal in delivering technical direction and support during critical outages. You’ll oversee the assessment, disassembly, reassembly, and condition monitoring of turbine components, ensuring top-tier performance for our clients in power generation, petrochemicals, mining and heavy industry.
Your Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & Expertise:
Benefits:
At Sulzer, we’re committed to powering progress for our customers, our people, and the planet. This is your chance to lead impactful projects, collaborate with experts, and grow with a global leader in field services.
Apply now and take the lead on transforming the future of turbine technology!
Lead Technical Field Advisor - Full Time - Maitland NSW, Australia
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
Join the Field Services team at Sulzer Australia
Are you a seasoned turbine expert with a knack for leading technical overhauls? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your expertise drives success? At Sulzer, we’re on the lookout for a
Lead Technical Field Engineer to spearhead onsite overhauls of steam and gas turbines. If you’re ready to bring your expertise and leadership to a global organization that values innovation and excellence, we want you on our team!
About The Role
Reporting to the Field Services and Senior Project Manager, this role is pivotal in delivering technical direction and support during critical outages. You’ll oversee the assessment, disassembly, reassembly, and condition monitoring of turbine components, ensuring top-tier performance for our clients in power generation, petrochemicals, mining and heavy industry.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead on-site turbine overhauls, directing disassembly/reassembly and supporting field teams with technical expertise.
- Conduct condition assessments on turbine components and recommend corrective actions with engineering input.
- Prepare and review HSEQ documentation, including Inspection & Test Plans and Safe Work Method Statements, and quality procedures.
- Coordinate outage planning by advising tooling needs, developing schedules, and assisting with execution.
- Liaise with customers and internal teams, providing technical input during sales engagements and reporting.
- Support continuous improvement by addressing nonconformances, completing technical documentation, and travelling across APAC as needed.
Qualifications & Expertise:
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years in technical field roles for steam or gas turbines.
- OEM-backed training on steam and gas turbines.
- Deep knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance practices, and outage management principles.Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Managing large, complex outages, including capital upgrades and new equipment commissioning.
- Expertise in outage planning, scheduling, and subcontractor management.
Benefits:
- Job security with a robust pipeline of projects across major industries like heavy manufacturing, mining and power generation.
- Career growth with clear pathways for progression.
- Annual salary reviews and competitive bonus scheme.
- Car allowance and secure on-site parking to support your daily work needs.
- A chance to work on diverse, high-impact projects that will enhance your skills
At Sulzer, we’re committed to powering progress for our customers, our people, and the planet. This is your chance to lead impactful projects, collaborate with experts, and grow with a global leader in field services.
Apply now and take the lead on transforming the future of turbine technology!
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