Dewatering Mechanical Fitter

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 Opportunity

Work Location: Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine is located on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people.

Roster: 7D7R  or 14D14R - FIFO Ex Perth, Karratha, Broome

Reporting to the Water Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, maintenance and repairs of the water asset equipment across Chichester. This equipment includes the centrifugal pumps, portable generators, submersible pumps, isolation, and control valves. 

Key Responsibilities

• Routine servicing, maintenance, and breakdown repairs on the fleet of generators and diesel pumps
• Interpretation of technical manuals and parts lists
• Priorities and attend breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime
• Diagnostics and fault finding
• Inspection and maintenance of Multistage Bore Pumps, Centrifugal Pumps, fire pumps and Isolation and controls valves

Qualifications and Experience

• Diesel trade background in either Light/ Heavy vehicle trade as majority of work is diesel powered gensets or pumps
• Self-motivated and ability to work in a strong team environment as well as individually
• Strong organizational and communication skills both verbal and written
• Demonstrate strong safety values
• Experience with Fortescue’s computer-based systems (BMS, SAP)
• HR drivers’ license, forklift, CN, rigging or dogging tickets preferable

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.

https://fortescue.com/careers 

Advert closes: 25 October 2024

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.