Leading Locomotive Optimization Engineer

1 week ago

Port Hedland, Australia Fortescue Full time

About Us

Fortescue Metals Group is a pioneering West Australian company and a global leader in green solutions.

We are renowned for our innovative culture, industry-leading infrastructure development, and commitment to sustainability.

Our Opportunity

Hedland Operations, located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people, offer a unique chance to join a dynamic team.

Roster: 8D/6R – FIFO ex Perth or residential

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Locomotive Engineer to optimize locomotive fleet performance and drive maintenance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze and monitor locomotive fleet performance, reliability, and costs to define departmental priorities.
  • Identify and mitigate risks to assets and the business through proactive problem-solving.
  • Develop and oversee effective maintenance strategies to ensure high operational standards.
  • Pursue defect elimination through the application of best practice tools and techniques (RCA, 5 Whys etc).
  • Provide technical support and recommendations based on data analysis, testing, and engagement with stakeholders.
  • Foster a strong safety culture in all engineering and operational activities.

Requirements

  • Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Current WA C Class Driver's License.
  • 3-4 years of rollingstock experience within Mining, Bulk Material, or Heavy Industry sectors.
  • A willingness to learn and adapt new technologies related to locomotives.
  • Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Knowledge of EAM, CMMS software including basic SAP operation.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite and Navisworks.

Estimated Salary: AU$120,000 - AU$150,000 per annum

Our Commitment

We prioritize a safe and inclusive work environment that values diversity and respects individual strengths.

Our global workforce promotes an inclusive culture, both within the organization and across the communities we interact with worldwide.

Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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