Western Australian manufacturer Metzke has announced a $22 million investment in a new facility at the Western Trade Coast, with backing from federal MP for Burt, Matt Keogh. The project is expected to create dozens of jobs and strengthen the state's manufacturing sector.
Strategic expansion on the Western Trade Coast
The new facility will be built on a 2.5-hectare site at the Western Trade Coast, a key industrial area south of Fremantle. Metzke, which specializes in metal fabrication and engineering, plans to use the site to expand its production capacity and service the growing resources and energy sectors.
The $22 million build will include a state-of-the-art workshop, office space, and storage facilities. Construction is expected to begin later this year, with completion targeted for early 2027.
Job creation and economic impact
The expansion is projected to create up to 50 new jobs during construction and a further 30 ongoing positions once operational. Metzke currently employs around 100 staff across its existing facilities.
Federal MP Matt Keogh said the investment was a vote of confidence in WA's manufacturing capabilities. "This is a fantastic example of a local business backing our region and creating opportunities for local workers," he said.
Supporting local industry
Metzke managing director John Metzke said the new facility would enable the company to take on larger projects and improve efficiency. "The Western Trade Coast is ideally located for our needs, with excellent access to transport links and proximity to our key customers," he said.
The company has a long history in WA, having been founded in 1972. It has grown from a small engineering workshop to a major supplier of structural steel, plate work, and pipe spools for the mining, oil and gas, and infrastructure sectors.
Government backing
The project has received support from the federal government's Manufacturing Modernisation Fund, which provided a grant of $1.5 million. The fund aims to help Australian manufacturers adopt new technologies and improve competitiveness.
Mr Keogh said the grant was part of the government's commitment to boosting advanced manufacturing. "We want to see more businesses like Metzke investing in the future, creating jobs, and driving innovation," he said.
The Western Trade Coast is home to a cluster of industrial businesses, including refineries, chemical plants, and logistics operators. The area is managed by the Western Australian government's DevelopmentWA agency, which has been working to attract new investment.
Metzke's expansion is the latest in a series of manufacturing investments in the region, reflecting growing confidence in WA's industrial sector.
