Fixed Plant Mechanical Tech

3 weeks ago


Port Hedland, Australia Fortescue Full time

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Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Location: Hedland Operations – Port Hedland (on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people)

Roster: 4 days on / 3 days off – Residential in Port Hedland (relocation assistance available)

Join Fortescue's Port Mechanical team and play a hands-on role in keeping our operations running safely and reliably. Reporting to the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, this shift-based role is key to ensuring the performance of our fixed plant assets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Keep our operations moving with effective plant maintenance
  • Spot and action plant defects by raising notifications and repairs
  • Carry out inspections across online plant areas – conveyors, train unloaders, balance machines & sample stations
  • Support dust suppression systems and ensure reliability across site
Qualifications and Experience
  • Fixed plant maintenance experience – conveyor expertise highly regarded
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Confidence with SAP, Microsoft Project, and maintenance systems
  • Ability to develop risk assessments (CRAW, JHA, SWMS, etc.)
  • Excellent time management, attention to detail, and organisational skills
Why Fortescue?
  • Be part of a supportive, safety-first culture
  • Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with a 4/3 roster
  • Work on diverse fixed plant assets in a dynamic port environment
  • Contribute to Fortescue's industry-leading sustainability journey

If you're a trade-qualified fitter who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment and wants to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.


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