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: Chichester Hub, located on the traditional lands of the Palyku and Nyiyaparli peoples
Roster: 7D7R or 14D14R FIFO Ex Perth
Reporting to the zone Water Management Superintendent, this position within our Water Services department will support a team to oversee safe, effective, and timely maintenance of our water network assets.
The purpose of the ‘Chichester Water Management – Saline Technician’ role within the maintenance team is to provide experience and support to the supervisor and other team members where required. They will lead the team on complex tasks and coordinate resources from within the water management department to achieve outcomes that meet department KPIs.
They are also required to fulfill the full scope of tasks required of a CWM Diesel Mechanic including but not exclusive to, Servicing and repairs to diesel engine driven pump sets and generators, Inspections and repairs on submersible pumps and motors and carrying out refueling of any/all Dewatering assets when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Routine servicing, maintenance, and breakdown repairs on the fleet of generators and diesel pumps
- Priorities and attend breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime
- Competently diagnose and repair faults in the Dewatering Saline Injection space
- Monitor and update SCADA and provide Saline performance and asset condition transparency
- Monitor and help to maintain spare parts availability
Qualifications and Experience
- Heavy Diesel MEM trade - Cert 3 Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
- Experience in Dewatering Saline injection environment
- Sound understanding of diesel/electrically driven pump operation/maintenance requirements
- Sound understanding of low voltage circuits, interpreting schematics, electrical diagrams and ability to identify components/fault find
- Experience with Fortescue’s computer-based systems (BMS, SAP)
- HR drivers’ license, forklift, CN, rigging or dogging tickets preferable
- Loader ticket VOC
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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