Automotive Mechanical HV Experienced

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Fortescue’s Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.

Roster: 4D/4N/8R - FIFO ex Perth

At Fortescue, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable and innovative rail operations that keep our business moving.

We are seeking experienced Locomotive Maintainers to join our Rail Maintenance team. Working on a 4D/4N/8R roster, you will play a key role in maintaining and repairing our locomotive fleet, ensuring equipment is safe, reliable and available to support our world-class rail operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a modern fleet of heavy haul locomotives within a collaborative team that values safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and inspections on heavy haul locomotives.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults across locomotive systems.
• Maintain and replace critical components including diesel engines, braking systems, traction motors, air systems, couplers and bogies.
• Complete breakdown repairs in both workshop and field environments while minimising operational downtime.
• Accurately complete maintenance records using computerised maintenance management systems.
• Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams while adhering to rail safety, environmental and operational standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Mechanical Fitter, Heavy Duty Fitter or Diesel Mechanic trade qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in mining, rail or heavy industrial maintenance (rail experience highly regarded).
• High Risk Work Licence with LF and DG endorsements.
• Experience operating overhead cranes (up to 15T) and forklifts (up to 16T).
• Current C Class Driver's Licence and the ability to pass a Rail Category 2 Medical and National Police Clearance.
• Strong fault-finding skills with the ability to work safely in both workshop and field maintenance environments.

About Us

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.

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.

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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.