In Western Australia, no region symbolises mining quite like the Goldfields, anchored proudly by the historic town of Kalgoorlie. Rich in Western Australia gold and famed for its long-standing mining legacy, the region continues to draw global mining industry investment. In 2025, gold prices surged past $5000 per ounce, igniting fresh energy in exploration, development, and production across the region. This surge has intensified the need for efficient, sustainable, and responsive Goldfields mining support backed by strong technical expertise and quick access.
Metso Kalgoorlie Centre: A Strategic Move
Metso has responded decisively by officially opening its new Metso Kalgoorlie operations centre in the heart of the Goldfields. Opened in March 2025, the facility marks a milestone in Metso’s commitment to Goldfields mining support and regional development. Metso’s Kalgoorlie site provides tailored slurry pump support and technical services for the growing Western Australia gold mining industry. Its strategic location ensures miners in Kalgoorlie and surrounding regions receive faster, on-ground assistance to maximise uptime and minimise delays.
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Supporting the Region’s Slurry Pump Install Base
The centre is designed to directly support the region’s vast slurry pump install base with world-class maintenance and technical expertise. Metso’s Pumps Director Anthony Klein emphasised the importance of investing directly into Kalgoorlie’s mining ecosystem. “By establishing Metso Kalgoorlie, we strengthen our presence and long-term commitment to Goldfields mining support,” Klein said.
Immediate, Localised Technical Assistance
The Kalgoorlie centre enables immediate slurry pump support and engineering services for major operators in Western Australia gold production. With mining operations running around the clock, having on-the-ground expertise is critical to operational efficiency and rapid fault resolution. “Mining doesn’t pause,” said Kalgoorlie operations manager Daniel Coughlan, “and neither does Goldfields mining support from Metso Kalgoorlie.” “Being local means faster repairs, closer communication, and stronger client relationships based on trust and proximity,” Coughlan added.
Reducing Downtime, Increasing Uptime
This proximity delivers immediate benefits—faster lead times, reduced downtime, and expert slurry pump support at the customer’s doorstep. “Our customers need more than equipment,” Coughlan said, “they need Goldfields mining support that’s responsive and always available.” The Kalgoorlie centre does more than pump servicing—it covers repairs, parts stocking, inspections, rebuilds, training and inventory planning.
Broader Technical Support and Smarter Service
Rotable pump and bearing assembly rebuilds are key to reducing wait times and cutting costs for Western Australia gold miners. Metso Kalgoorlie offers fixed-price repair plans, field service capacity, demand forecasting, and even vocational training opportunities. “Local support backed by global knowledge changes the game for Goldfields mining support,” Klein said.
Community Engagement and Local Hiring
The centre’s impact goes beyond the mine site—it’s a commitment to local jobs, skills and mining industry investment.Metso has actively hired local tradespeople, engaged local suppliers, and supported Goldfields community programs since launching the facility. “Mining is more than a job—it’s a way of life here,” Coughlan explained, “and Metso Kalgoorlie reflects that culture.”
Training the Next Generation of Tradespeople
Metso’s Goldfields mining support includes apprenticeships, training programs, and a focus on developing future trades and technical talent. Ongoing expansion plans include establishing a slurry valve rotable program and expanding service exchange agreements in the region. “Every investment we make at Metso Kalgoorlie supports the Western Australia gold sector and strengthens our customer partnerships,” Klein said.
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Looking Ahead: Expansion and Innovation
As demand for slurry pump support grows, the centre will evolve to meet future needs across the wider Goldfields region. Customer experience remains at the heart of Metso’s investment, aiming to deliver unmatched service across every mining stage. From exploration to production, Metso Kalgoorlie is delivering fast, efficient Goldfields mining support exactly where it’s needed.
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Leading the Future of Mining Services
With strong foundations, continuous innovation and local pride, Metso is powering the future of Goldfields mining support. Backed by global capability and driven by local knowledge, the centre sets a new benchmark for mining support delivery. Metso Kalgoorlie symbolises the new era of Goldfields mining support—responsive, community-driven and globally connected.
