Autonomous Mining System Technician

Our Opportunity

Location: Eliwana/Flying Fish, Pilbara region, Western Australia (90 km west of Tom Price), on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.

Roster: 7 days, 7 nights, 14 off – FIFO from Perth and Busselton.

Join Fortescue’s Eliwana maintenance operation as an AMS (Autonomous Mining System) Technician. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of our connected assets that use our Fortescue cutting edge technology Fortex. You’ll ensure that these technologies operate smoothly and efficiently, aligning with best practice maintenance strategies to support our mining operations.

Fortescue is at the forefront of mining innovation, and this position offers you the opportunity to work with advanced technology in a pioneering environment. Our lifestyle roster also provides a healthy work-life balance, enabling you to excel in your career while being present for your family.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure hardware, electrical, and network technology systems on various Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME) assets.
• Calibrate and commission GPS, AHS, and fleet systems on various HME and Light Vehicle (LV) assets.
• Optimise the setup of the fleet management system to maximise fleet efficiency and meet Mine Plan requirements.
• Perform in-depth fault diagnosis and repairs on multiple technology products including Fortex and Flanders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Trade qualification as an Auto Electrician, Automotive HD Fitter, or in Communications Technology.
• Experience in a heavy mobile mining environment with related technology.
• Experience with Autonomous Fleet management products.
• Experience with Caterpillar and Liebherr Mining equipment.
• Experience with Flanders technology products (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

What We Offer

• Annual Bonus.
• Excellent village facilities.
• Employee benefits, including a salary sacrifice share plan.
• Eligibility for Qantas Frequent Flyer points and status credits for every flight.

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.